Stripey Ghoul [Trachicephalus]

Description

Trachicephalus, also known as stripey ghouls due to their distinctive striped appearance, are a genus of fish within the Synanceiidae family. They are found in the Indo-Pacific region, where they inhabit muddy and sandy bottoms near reefs. Their body shape is more elongated compared to their Synanceiidae relatives, and they utilize their venomous spines primarily for defense against predators.

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