Diamond Fish
Monodactylus Argenteus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameMonodactylus Argenteus
Other namesButter Bream, Butterfish, Diamondfish, Silver Batfish, Silver Moony
SizeUp to 27 cm (10.6 in)
WeightUnder 1 kg (2.2 lb)
FamilyPomfret / Monodactylidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal & brackish waters, mangroves, estuaries, bays & harbours amongst structure (jetties, reefs, wharfs, etc)
