| Synanceiidae (Stonefishes), subfamily: Synanceiinae |
| 10.2 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 20 m |
| Northeastern Indian Ocean: Nicobar Islands and Western Pacific: Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 13-13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5-6; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 5-5. Description: Characterized by having variable color depending on surroundings; dorsal spines almost equal in length, longest are second and third; large and fleshy pectoral fin; broad and depressed head; relatively small eyes, elevated and widely separated, directed upward; deep pit below each eye; dorsal mouth opening, vertical gape; depth of body 2.7-2.9 in SL (Ref. 90102). |
| Solitary on coral reefs, usually under ledges or in crevices, 1-20 m (Ref 90102). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 14 August 2023 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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