Seriphus politus Ayres, 1860 is a animal in the Sciaenidae family, order Perciformes, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.

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Seriphus politus Ayres, 1860

Seriphus politus Ayres, 1860

Seriphus politus Ayres, 1860 is a fish species growing up to 30 cm long with distinct coloration and rows of pointed teeth.

Family
Genus
Seriphus
Order
Perciformes
Class

About Seriphus politus Ayres, 1860

Seriphus politus Ayres, 1860 reaches a maximum length of 30 centimetres (12 in). This species has an elongated, laterally compressed body. Its body color ranges from blue-grey to tan, with a shiny silver belly and a dark horizontal line that runs along the full length of the body. The pectoral fin is dark, while all other fins are yellowish. Inside the mouth, there are one or two rows of pointed teeth.

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Taxonomy

Animalia Chordata Perciformes Sciaenidae Seriphus

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