Centre board leatherjacket
Monacanthus chinensis
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Overview
Centre board leatherjacket (Monacanthus chinensis) is a marine fish of the family Monacanthidae (Filefishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 38 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.6 kg. Its recorded depth range is 5–50 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 38.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.58 kg |
| Depth Range | 5-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs, estuaries
Taxonomy
| Order | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Family | Monacanthidae (Filefishes) |
| Species | Monacanthus chinensis |
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