Labracoglossa argenteiventris

photo by Shiina, M.

Family:	Scorpididae (Halfmoons)
Max. size:	20 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:	reef-associated; marine
Distribution:	Northwest Pacific: central Honshu to Kyushu in Japan.
Diagnosis:
Biology:	Occurs in mid-water of rocky reefs. Forms schools. Feeds on zooplankton (Ref. 9137).
IUCN Red List Status:	Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:	harmless

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