Thornback Cowfish
Lactoria Fornasini
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameLactoria Fornasini
Other namesSpinybacked Cowfish, Thornyback Cowfish
SizeUp to 23 cm (9 in)
WeightUnder a kilo (2.2 lb)
FamilyBoxfish/Cowfish / Ostraciidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, estuaries, sandy, rubble & sea weed areas next to reefs
