Genus

Othos

1 species

The harlequin fish (Othos dentex) is a species of marine ray-finned fish in the subfamily Anthiinae, part of the family Serranidae, the groupers and sea basses. It is the only member of the genus Othos. It is also known commonly as the Chinese lantern, harlequin cod, harlequin rock cod and tiger cod.. This species is found in the Eastern Indian Ocean and is endemic to Australian waters, in subtropical areas typically rocky reefs..

The harlequin fish is native to the temperate waters, and is found over the shallow rocky reefs and in caves located in the cool coast of South-Western Australian waters. It's believed that this reef-dwelling species has an important place in the ecology of its environment since it is a top predator, and is relatively common in the area.

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The harlequin fish (Othos dentex) is a species of marine ray-finned fish in the subfamily Anthiinae, part of the family Serranidae, the groupers and sea basses. It is the only member of the genus Othos. It is also known commonly as the Chinese lantern, harlequin cod, harlequin rock cod and tiger cod.. This species is found in the Eastern Indian Ocean and is endemic to Australian waters, in subtropical areas typically rocky reefs..

The harlequin fish is native to the temperate waters, and is found over the shallow rocky reefs and in caves located in the cool coast of South-Western Australian waters. It's believed that this reef-dwelling species has an important place in the ecology of its environment since it is a top predator, and is relatively common in the area.

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