Physiculus natalensis Gilchrist, 1922
photo by SFSA

Family:  Moridae (Morid cods)
Max. size:  24 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range 433 - 500 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: off Natal, South Africa.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 70-77; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 65-70
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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