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Boops lineatus (Boulenger, 1892) Striped boga |
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photo by
Field, R. |
| Family: | Sparidae (Porgies) | |||
| Max. size: | 25 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: Yemen to Gulf of Oman. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 13-13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-14; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 13-14. Pectoral fins short. | |||
| Biology: | Occurs in shallow water. Forms schools. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 04 December 2009 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||