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The Armoured searobin (Satyrichthys rieffeli) is a saltwater fish of the family Peristediidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan and others
Description
The armoured searobin is an armoured gurnard (Peristediidae) of the continental slope in the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 28 cm and has a body armoured with bony plates, a flattened head with two forward projections and free, feeler-like lower pectoral rays. With these it walks over sand and mud bottoms and touches and tastes small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Armoured searobin?
The Armoured searobin has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Armoured searobin live?
The Armoured searobin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan and others
How big does the Armoured searobin get?
The Armoured searobin grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Armoured searobin dangerous to humans?
No, the Armoured searobin is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Satyrichthys
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