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Scientific Name: Pterois mombasae (Smith, 1957)
English Name: Frillfin turkeyfish
Local/Bangla Name: Rongila (রঙ্গিলা)
Photo: Fishes of Australia
Classification:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Perciformes
Family: Scorpaenidae
Description:
This species possesses 13 dorsal spines, 10 soft rays in the dorsal fin, 3 anal spines, and 6-7 soft rays in the anal fin. Its coloration is characterized by a reddish-brown hue with alternating broad and thin dark bars, interspersed with white. A dark spot is present on the cheek, and a small tentacle above the eye may exhibit banding. Additionally, the upper half of the pectoral fins features large dark spots on the inner surface.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
Coral reef ecosystem of Saint Martin’s Island, Bangladesh
Environment:
Marine (Reef associated fish)
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