Nullarbor Dragonet [Centropogon australis]
Description
The Nullarbor Dragonet is a marine species that is native to Australia. It is characterized by its distinct body shape, with a broad, flattened head and a tapering body. The species is typically found in sandy or muddy bottom habitats, often hiding among the substrate. It is a benthic fish, meaning it typically stays near the bottom of its habitat. The Nullarbor Dragonet is known for its cryptic behavior, often burying itself in the sand to hide from predators.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Waspfishes
Tetrarogidae
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| Genus |
Centropogon
Centropogon
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