Whiskered Prowfish [Raspaciona whiskeri]
Description
The Whiskered Prowfish is a species of marine fish in the family Pataecidae. It is endemic to Australia, found in the Southern Ocean waters of South Australia, Tasmania, and Victoria. It is a benthic species, typically residing in rocky reef habitats and seagrass beds. This species is characterized by its elongated body, dorsal fin extending the full length of the body, and distinctive facial 'whiskers' or appendages.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Raspailiidae
Raspailiidae
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| Genus |
Raspaciona
Raspaciona
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