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Pelates quadrilineatus

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Pelates quadrilineatus

Family Name: Teraponidae
Taxonomic Group: Vertebrates (Fish)
Common Name: Trumpeter Perch

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Description

Description Opercular spine not extending beyond edge of gill cover. Dark blotch above gill cover. Tail fin unmarked. About six dark brown longitudinal stripes over head and sides. 

Ecology, Habitat & Location

Ecological Notes Found in coastal areas including estuaries. Carnivorous. 
Habitats Marine

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References

References Lim, K.K.P. & Low, J.K.Y. 1998. A guide to common marine fishes of Singapore. Singapore: Singapore Science Centre. 163pp

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Species record last updated on: 21 August 2019.
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