Fin's Fish Guide
The Australian frogfish (Halophryne diemensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Batrachoididae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
The banded toadfish is a toadfish (Batrachoididae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a stocky, flattened head, a broad mouth and a mottled, banded body with skin flaps that camouflage it among coral and rock. It lives on inshore reefs and among mangroves, often hidden in cracks and caves. As an ambush hunter it takes small fishes and crustaceans. Unlike some related toadfishes it has no venomous spines. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Australian frogfish?
The Australian frogfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Flattened head with skin flaps as camouflage; ambush toadfish without venomous spines.
Where does the Australian frogfish live?
The Australian frogfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; coastal reefs and mangroves.
How big does the Australian frogfish get?
The Australian frogfish grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Australian frogfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Australian frogfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Australian frogfish edible?
The Australian frogfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Halophryne
More from the family Batrachoididae
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