Longsnout Boarfish
Pentaceropsis Recurvirostris
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Quick Facts
Scientific namePentaceropsis Recurvirostris
Other namesBoarfish, Duckfish, Long Nose Boarfish, Longnose, Striped Boarfish
SizeUp to 50 cm (19.6 in)
WeightBetween 1 kg - 2kg (2.2 lb - 4.4 lb)
FamilyBoarfish / Pentacerotidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters on rocky reefs and sandy areas, bays & harbours
