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The Yellow-striped leatherjacket (Meuschenia flavolineata) is a saltwater fish of the family Monacanthidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The yellow-striped leatherjacket is a filefish (Monacanthidae) from coastal waters of southern Australia. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a laterally compressed, grey-brown body with yellow longitudinal stripes, a rough skin and an erectile spine above the head. As a bottom-oriented fish it lives around rocky reefs and seagrass meadows and snaps at algae, sponges and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellow-striped leatherjacket?
The Yellow-striped leatherjacket has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Yellow-striped leatherjacket live?
The Yellow-striped leatherjacket lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia
How big does the Yellow-striped leatherjacket get?
The Yellow-striped leatherjacket grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Yellow-striped leatherjacket dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellow-striped leatherjacket 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 Meuschenia
More from the family Monacanthidae
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