Tylosurus punctulatus (Günther, 1872)
Spotted long-tom
Tylosurus punctulatus
photo by FAO

Family:  Belonidae (Needlefishes)
Max. size:  58.3 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range - 0 m
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: north to the Philippines and east to the Solomon Islands.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal soft rays (total): 20-22; Anal soft rays: 20-21. Some may have orange spots on the sides.
Biology:  Coastal species (Ref. 9682). Oviparous (Ref. 205). Eggs may be found attached to objects in the water by tendrils on the egg's surface (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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