Guam Grunter [Snyderina guamensis]
Description
The Guam Grunter is another species of fish in the family Terapontidae. It is endemic to Guam, an island in the Western Pacific. This species is typically found in estuarine habitats and is known for its elongated body, comparatively large mouth, and a distinct lateral line. Its coloration varies from a silvery hue to a dark gray.
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 |
Snyderina
Snyderina
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