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| Phylum Chordata > Subphylum Vertebrate > fishes > Family Callionymidae |
| Mosaic
dragonet Callionymus enneactis* Family Callionymidae updated Jan 11 Where seen? This small fish with a camouflaging mosaic pattern is often seen in sandy areas near reefs on many of our shores. Features: Those seen 3-5cm. Body somewhat flattened. Head broad and flat with a narrow pointed mouth so that the head appears triangular when seen from above. It has a pattern of patches and bars of various shades of brown and white that matches the sandy areas where it is found. According to Ng, this species is distinguished from the other dragonets of Singapore in having a combination of a narrow snout, dark saddles on the body, and dark markings on the anal fin. Sometimes mistaken for flatheads (Family Platycephalidae). Here's more on how to tell apart fish with flat heads. |
 Tanah Merah, Oct 09 |
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Mosaic dragonets on Singapore shores
 Tuas, Mar 09 |
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 Pulau Semakau, Mar 09 |
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photos of mosaic dragonets on Singapore shores
*Identification needs confirmation. Species are difficult to positively identify without close examination.
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