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The High hat triplefin (Enneapterygius tutuilae) is a saltwater fish of the family Tripterygiidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Christmas I., Cocos Is. (Keel) and others
Description
The High hat triplefin is a small triplefin (Tripterygiidae) from the central and western Pacific. The species grows to about 4 cm and has an elongate body with three separate dorsal fins; courting males often colour the head dark. As a bottom-dweller it perches on rocks and coral rubble of shallow reefs and picks small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the High hat triplefin?
The High hat triplefin has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the High hat triplefin live?
The High hat triplefin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Christmas I., Cocos Is. (Keel) and others
How big does the High hat triplefin get?
The High hat triplefin grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the High hat triplefin dangerous to humans?
No, the High hat triplefin 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 Enneapterygius
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