Foetorepus calauropomus (Richardson, 1844)

Common stinkfish

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The name 'stinkfish' refers to the acid smell of the slime covering the body; the slime tastes bitter and may be toxic; only some birds of prey take this species (Ref. 557).

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Paulin, C., A. Stewart, C. Roberts and P. McMillan 1989 New Zealand fish: a complete guide. National Museum of New Zealand Miscellaneous Series No. 19. xiv+279 p. (Ref. 5755) http://www.fishbase.org/references/FBRefSummary.php?id=5755&speccode=27509

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"Foetorepus calauropomus (Richardson, 1844)". Encyclopedia of Life, available from "http://www.eol.org/pages/344842". Accessed 17 Mar 2010.

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