Blackspot Boarfish
Zanclistius Elevatus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameZanclistius Elevatus
Other namesBlack Spotted Boarfish, Boarfish, Duckfish, Longfin Boarfish, Long-finned Boarfish, One Spot Boarfish, Short Boarfish, Short Finned Boarfish
SizeUp to 40 cm (15.7 in)
WeightBetween 1 kg - 2 kg (2.2 lb - 4.4 lb)
FamilyBoarfish / Pentacerotidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionInshore/offshore, rocky and sandy continental slopes & ledges
