Boops lineatus (Boulenger, 1892)
Striped boga
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


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