Lined Searobin [Bellator loxias]
Description
The Lined Searobin is a species of fish in the family Triglidae, native to the Eastern Pacific. They are usually found at depths between 18 to 120 meters. They have a distinct line pattern on their body and have an elongated, bulky body shape. They are carnivorous and feed primarily on small fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Searobins
Triglidae
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| Genus |
Spiny searobins
Prionotus
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