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Western wirrah (Acanthistius serratus)
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Western wirrah (Acanthistius serratus) specimen
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Anthiadidae

Western wirrah

Acanthistius serratus

Endemic along southern Australian coasts reaching fifty centimeters

  • Temperate
  • Local endemic species
  • Restricted distribution
  • Marine fish
  • Indian Ocean
  • Oceania
  • Medium
  • Temperate fish

Western wirrah is a marine reef fish endemic to southern Australian coasts. Its sturdy body can grow to approximately fifty centimeters long.

Maximum length
50 cm
Water
Marine
Distribution
Eastern Indian Ocean: Endemic to southern Australia (Western Australia and South Australia).

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