| Family: |
Aploactinidae (Velvetfishes) |
| Max. size: |
3.9 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 14 m |
| Distribution: |
Southwest Pacific: eastern Australia. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7-7; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 5-5; Vertebrae: 24-24. This species is characterized by the following: Dorsal XII, 7; anal II, 5; pectoral 10-11; pelvic I, 3; caudal 16-17; with all fin rays unbranched; vertebrae 24. Dorsal fin with anterior, middle and posterior portions notably elevated, first interspace moderately scalloped, second deeply notched; the dorsal membrane is connected posteriorly to the caudal peduncle; head, body and fins densely covered with scales, modified to form velvety prickles; a small fleshy extension on the anterior of the isthmus; frontal ridges parallel on interorbital; body and fins variously marked with pale or white blotches, or small irregular spots (Ref. 57897). |
| Biology: |
Collected among rocky substrate or rocky reef with some coral growth (Ref. 57897). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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