Very small. Flattened body with dermal, fleshy lobes on sides of head, two below and in front of the each eye. Well developed spiracles behind the eyes. First and second dorsal fin equal-sized. Origin of first dorsal fin near the insertion of pelvic fins (about last fourth of pelvic base). Insertion of second dorsal fin over the origin anal fin. Low caudal fin. Pectoral fin broad at base, with round apices.
Coloration
Conspicuous color pattern. Dorsal surface with small, rounded and ocellate light-edged saddle marks. Each saddle is separated by wide, dark spaces without spots or reticulated lines.
Distribution
Western South Pacific: Australia (Queensland, Northern Territory and Western Territory).
Biology
Little-known. Common in inshore, continental areas. Bottom living.
Diet
Feeds probably on invertebrates and fishes.
Size
Small, probably around 45 cm.
Reproduction
Unknown, but most likely ovoviviparous (aplacental viviparous).
Similar Species
Coloration, and pattern of saddles unmistakable.
Vulnerability
Category:Least Concern (LC) Criteria: - Last evaluated:2015 Trend:
