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| Phylum Chordata > Subphylum Vertebrate > fishes > Family Monacanthidae |
| Bristletail
filefish awaiting identification* Family Monacanthidae updated Aug 08 Where seen? This chunky filefish with a bristley tail portion is sometimes seen on our Southern shores, among coral rubble, sea grass meadows and living reefs. Features: Those seen about 6-10cm. Variable body pattern. Lots of little bristles near the tail. |
 Pulau Hantu, Aug 04 |
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Bristletail filefishes on Singapore shores
 St. John's Island, May 06 |
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 Sisters Island, Jul 07 |
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more photos of bristletail filefishes on Singapore shores
*Species are difficult to positively identify without closer examination.
On this website, they are grouped by external features for convenience of display.
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