Pterygotrigla saumarez Last & Richards, 2012
Saumarez Gurnard

Family:  Triglidae (Searobins), subfamily: Pterygotriglinae
Max. size:  18.6 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Western Pacific: Australia.
Diagnosis:  This species is distinguished by having a black pigment on the nasal openings (nares); long pectoral fin (41-51% SL) with 12+3 rays; scales lacking on nape, prepectoral area, breast, and interpelvic area; no indication of hyperostosis (Ref. 91768).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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