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Speckled sandperch

Inhabits shallow areas of coral reefs. A species of sandperch (Pinguipedidae). It has many brown spots on its head and a large dark patch on the tail fin. It catches prey with swift movements and its large mouth. 

Scientific name Parapercis pacifica
English name Speckled sandperch
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