Yellowspotted Boarfish

Paristiopterus gallipavo

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260 m

Paristiopterus gallipavo, the yellowspotted boarfish, brown-spotted boarfish, giant boarfish or yellow-spotted penfish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, an armourhead from the family Pentacerotidae. It is a carnivorous species which is endemic to the temperate seas of southern Australia where its range extends from Carnarvon, Western Australia to the Investigator Strait in South Australia. It is found at depths down to 260 metres (850 ft) and it lives on the continental shelf or continental slope.

Colors

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brown

grey

silver

Edible

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Social Behaviour

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Solitary

Poisonous

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Venomous

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Similar Species

Blackspot Boarfish Giant Boarfish Longsnout Boarfish Striped Boarfish

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yellowspotted Boarfish dangerous?

Yellowspotted Boarfish is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.

Where can you find Yellowspotted Boarfish?

Australia West Australia South Australia Australia East

How deep does Yellowspotted Boarfish live?

Yellowspotted Boarfish can be found at depths of up to 260 meters.