Redbanded Grubfish, Parapercis binivirgata (Waite, 1904)
Scientific name: Parapercis binivirgata
Identification
The species can be recognised by its long cylindrical body and double-barred colour pattern.
Habitat
It occurs at continental shelf depths in rubble and sandy habitats.
Distribution
The Redbanded Grubfish occurs in Australian and New Zealand waters..
The map below shows the Australian distribution of the species based on public sightings and specimens in Australian Museums. Click on the map for detailed information. Source: Atlas of Living Australia.
References
- Hoese, D.F., Bray, D.J., Paxton, J.R. & G.R. Allen. 2006. Fishes. In Beesley, P.L. & A. Wells. (eds) Zoological Catalogue of Australia. Volume 35. ABRS & CSIRO Publishing: Australia. parts 1-3, pages 1-2178.