Terapontidae (Grunters or tigerperches) |
12.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; freshwater |
Oceania: Ramu and Sepik River systems of northern Papua New Guinea. |
Dorsal spines (total): 11-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10-11; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 10-11 |
Common in rainforest creeks flowing through hilly or mountainous terrain. Occur at altitude of 120-1500 m. Eggs are guarded and fanned by the male parent (Ref. 205). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 June 2020 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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