Spotted Stripey Ghoul [Microichthys maculatus]
Description
The Spotted Stripey Ghoul is a rare species native to the Pacific Ocean. This species is characterized by its unique pattern of spots and stripes, with a predominantly black body and white spots. The Spotted Stripey Ghoul is known for its elusive behavior, spending most of its time hiding among rocks and coral reefs. Its diet consists mainly of small crustaceans and mollusks.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Stonefishes
Synanceiidae
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| Genus |
Stripey Ghoul
Trachicephalus
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