Bighead Gurnard Perch

Neosebastes Pandus
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameNeosebastes Pandus
Other namesGurnard Perch, Gurnard Scorpionfish, Rough Gurnard Perch
SizeUp to 45 cm (17.7 in)
WeightUp to 2 kg (4.4 lb)
FamilyGurnard Perch / Neosebastidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, inshore rocky reefs & sponges
Bighead Gurnard Perch Distribution