Bovichtus angustifrons Regan, 1913
Bovichtus angustifrons
photo by Groeneveld, R.

Family:  Bovichtidae (Thornfishes)
Max. size:  28 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 30 m
Distribution:  Indo-West Pacific: southern Australia.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 8-8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-19; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 18-18. Caudal fin rounded (Ref. 9002). Variable pale brown with light and dark brown to red spots and blotches (Ref. 9002).
Biology:  Inhabits shallow rocky reefs, including rock pools and under jetties on pylons (Ref. 9002).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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