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The Blackspot boarfish (Zanclistius elevatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Pentacerotidae that grows up to 33 cm.
Description
The longfin boarfish is a boarfish (Pentacerotidae) from the waters around southern Australia and New Zealand. The species has a deep, strongly laterally compressed body with a strongly raised, hard dorsal fin and dark crossbars. It lives on the continental shelf and upper slope. With its small mouth it snaps up small bottom invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackspot boarfish?
The Blackspot boarfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Deep body with a strongly raised spiny dorsal fin and dark vertical bars; fish of the continental shelf.
Where does the Blackspot boarfish live?
The Blackspot boarfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southern Australia and New Zealand; continental shelf and upper slope.
How big does the Blackspot boarfish get?
The Blackspot boarfish grows to a maximum of about 33 cm.
Is the Blackspot boarfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackspot boarfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blackspot boarfish edible?
The Blackspot boarfish is rarely eaten.
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