The mottled spinefoot is a marine fish characterized by its mottled brown and grey coloration and a laterally compressed body. It typically inhabits coastal reefs and seagrass beds. Growing up to 16 inches and weighing around 3 pounds, it feeds primarily on algae. Known for its schooling behavior, the mottled spinefoot is active during the day. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Mottled spinefoot
length · weight
Mottled spinefoot
Wellington Point (Moreton Bay)
length · weight


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