Fishes of Magic Point, Sydney
This field guide lists the 42 species of fishes that have been observed at Magic Point, Sydney.
Longfin Pike
The long-finned pike or yellowfin pike (Dinolestes lewini) is a species of perciform fish, the only species in the genus Dinolestes, as well as the family Dinolestidae.
Eastern Pomfred
Schuettea scalaripinnis is a species of fish in the family Monodactylidae, the moonyfishes. Its common names include eastern pomfred, or ladder-finned pomfret.
Bigscale Bullseye
The bigscale bullseye (Pempheris multiradiata) is a species of sweeper found in southern waters around Australia. It is an inhabitant of rocky shores with plentiful overhangs and crevices at depths of from near the surface to 30 metres (98 ft). This species can reach a length of 28 centimetres (11 in) SL.
Blacktip Bullseye
Pempheris affinis, also known as blacktip bullseye, is a species of fish in the family Pempheridae. They are usually found in coastal waters in ledges, rocky reefs, and caves during day. They pose no threat to humans.
