Halfbanded Seaperch, Hypoplectrodes maccullochi (Whitley 1929)


Other Names: Half-banded Sea Perch, Half-banded Seaperch, McCulloch's Sea Perch

A Halfbanded Seaperch, Hypoplectrodes maccullochi, in Jervis Bay, New South Wales. Source: Graham Short. License: All rights reserved

Summary:
A pale pinkish to brownish-red seaperch with up to 7 darker bands along the side that are more distinct on the back, a white blotch on the gill cover, and large eyes close to the top of the head. The Halfbanded Seaperch is often seen perching on ledges and sponges.

Video of a Halfbanded Seaperch in a sponge garden at Inscription Point, at Kurnell in Botany Bay, Sydney, New South Wales.

Cite this page as:
Bray, D.J. 2020, Hypoplectrodes maccullochi in Fishes of Australia, accessed 16 Apr 2025, https://fishesofaustralia.net.au/home/species/4378

Quick Facts


CAAB Code:37311036

Biology:Hermaphrodite

Depth:1-50 m

Habitat:Reef associated

Max Size:45 cm TL

Native:Endemic

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