Usually found near the bottom of the water column, but rarely with others of its species, the Longsnout Boarfish is a slow-moving member of the boarfish family (Pentacerotidae). It has a distinctive pattern of oblique black-and-white stripes, and a very long pelvic fin. Although it is similar to the Old Wife (Enoplosus armatus), it can be distinguished by its long snout and comb-like first dorsal fin. Juveniles have a pattern of black spots in addition to stripes.
