Southern Garfish
Hyporhamphus Melanochir
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Hyporhamphus Melanochir
Other names
Dusky Garfish, Dusky Sea Garfish, Gardie, Garfish, Pencils, Sea Garfish, South Australian Garfish, Southern Sea Garfish, Western Sea Garfish
Size
Up to 52 cm (20.4 in)
Weight
Under .25 kg (.55 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters, estuaries, rivers & coastal lakes near eel grass beds
Depth Range
