Spotted Sawtail

Prionurus Maculatus
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Quick Facts

Scientific namePrionurus Maculatus
Other namesSpotted Sawtail Surgeonfish, Yellowspotted Sawtail
SizeUp to 45 cm (17.71 in)
WeightUp to 1 kg (2.2 lb)
FamilySurgeonfish / Acanthuridae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, estuaries & bays amongst rocky areas & reef
Spotted Sawtail Distribution