The Australian mado (Atypichthys strigatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Kyphosidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The Australian mado is a small, schooling reef fish from the southwest Pacific, off southeastern Australia. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, silvery body with yellow and black longitudinal stripes. It forms large schools over rocky reefs and in tidal pools and feeds on zooplankton, algae and small benthic life. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Australian mado?
The Australian mado has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Australian mado live?
The Australian mado lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Australian mado get?
The Australian mado grows to a maximum of about 25 cm. On average the species is around 18 cm.
Is the Australian mado dangerous to humans?
No, the Australian mado is harmless to humans.
Is the Australian mado edible?
The Australian mado is rarely eaten.
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