| Family: |
Clinidae (Clinids) |
| Max. size: |
22 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 30 m |
| Distribution: |
Southwest Pacific: New South Wales, Australia and New Zealand. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs in rock pools and subtidal area down to 30 m (Ref. 9003). Inhabits kelp beds, sometimes with loose weeds on sand; also in coastal bays. Feeds on weed dwelling crustaceans and small fish (Ref. 9003). Viviparous (Ref. 94108). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 04 May 2010 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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