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Fish, Leatherjacket

Meuschenia scaber

Kokiri

Fish, File
Fish, Leatherjacket
Fish, Rough Leatherjacket
Kokiri

Fish

Chordata

Actinopterygii

Monacanthidae

Rocky Reef Subtidal
Rocky Reef Subtidal

Feeding:
Predator
Predator
Distribution:
New Zealand
New Zealand
Edibility:
Edible
Edible
Size:
Hand Sized
Hand Sized



Scales small with numerous tiny spinules, prominent first dorsal spine above eyes. Its length is between 25 and 35 cm.


Inhabits rocky weedy areas from the shore to at least 60 m. Generally solitary but may aggregate in groups of 10-15 individuals in midwater.


Feeds mainly on sessile and encrusting organisms, with sponges and ascidians predominating, also seen feeding mid-water on zooplankton, likes to bite diver's fingers


Mating pairs leave their fertilised eggs undefended in rocky nests. No known predators
Included in combined daily limit of 30 finfish



Marine Fishes 1: Paul