The large-scaled leatherjacket is a distinctive fish known for its tough, leathery skin and prominent scales. It typically inhabits rocky reefs and coastal waters. Reaching up to 18 inches and weighing around 4 pounds, it feeds on algae and small invertebrates. This species is solitary and exhibits a slow, deliberate swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Large-scaled leatherjacket
length · weight
Large-scaled leatherjacket
length · weight
Large-scaled leatherjacket
length · weight
Large-scaled leatherjacket
Lake Macquarie City coastal waters
8 in · 1 lb


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