Threebar Boarfish
Histiopterus Typus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameHistiopterus Typus
Other namesSailfin Armourhead, Three Barred Boarfish
SizeUp to 42 cm (16.5 in)
WeightAround a kilo (2.2 lb)
FamilyBoarfish / Pentacerotidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, deep reefs
