The Tristan klipfish (Bovichtus diacanthus) is a saltwater fish of the family Bovichtidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
The Tristan klipfish is a thornfish (Bovichtidae) from cool coastal waters of the waters around Tristan da Cunha in the southern Atlantic. The species grows to about 15-30 cm and has a stocky body with a broad, flattened head, large, fan-shaped pectoral fins and a brown-mottled, scale-poor body. As a bottom-dweller it perches among rocks and weed of the surf and tide pools and seizes small crustaceans, molluscs and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tristan klipfish?
The Tristan klipfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Tristan klipfish live?
The Tristan klipfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Tristan klipfish get?
The Tristan klipfish grows to a maximum of about 19 cm.
Is the Tristan klipfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Tristan klipfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Bovichtus
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