Eastern Fortescue
Centropogon australis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
The eastern fortescue is a small ambush fish of seagrass beds and inshore sponge gardens, abundant in estuaries through the southern spring breeding season. Its dorsal spines are venomous and often jab fishers who pull it from a net, though it has no value as a catch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Tetrarogidae › Centropogon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280056.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eastern Fortescue live?
- The Eastern Fortescue (Centropogon australis) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Eastern Fortescue dangerous to divers?
- The Eastern Fortescue can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Eastern Fortescue get?
- The Eastern Fortescue grows to about 15 cm.