Spotted Sandperch [Hemigadila melanoguttata]
Description
The Spotted Sandperch, scientifically known as Hemigadila melanoguttata, is a species of sandperch found in the Indo-Pacific region. This species prefers sandy and rubble bottoms near coral reefs at depths of 5 to 30 meters. It reaches a maximum length of 12 centimeters. It's characterized by its elongated body with a beige to light brown coloration, dark spots on the body, and a dark line that runs through the eye.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Tusk Shells
Scaphopoda
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| Family |
Gadilidae
Gadilidae
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| Genus |
Hemigadila
Hemigadila
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