Description
Lower edge of preopercle projecting downward as a strong antrorse spine. Infraorbital and suborbital ridges bearing many fine serrations. Lower side of head uni-carinate. Dorsal fin usually 11. Iris lappet bilobed. Caudal fin with a white basal band, a broad dusky submarginal band and a narrow white edge.
Size
Maximum length: 37.5 cm (TL), common length: 12-20 cm (TL)
Diet
Feeds on benthic animals like small fishes and invertebrates
Utilization
Consumed fresh and given to pet animals
Gears
Trawl, gillnet