Barber Perch

Caesioperca rasor (Richardson, 1839)

A pelagic schooling fish found only in southern Australia. Adult males are bluish with a black bar on the side. Females are pinkish with a blue line below the eye. Small juveniles are pink to pinkish-orange with a dark mauve head.

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What habitats does Caesioperca rasor live in?

Sheltered coastal reefs

What is the distribution of Caesioperca rasor?

Southern Australia from WA to Victoria including Tasmania

How big does Caesioperca rasor grow?

Can grow to around 26cm

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