Tropical Reefs

Shortfin Spadefish

Zabidius novemaculeatus

Location: Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Scientific Name: Zabidius novemaculeatus

Also known as: Shortfin Batfish

Category: Spadefishes

Size: Up to 18 in. (45 cm)

Depth: 6-80 ft. (2-25 m)

Distribution: Northern Australia, Great Barrier Reef