Aulopus purpurissatus, sergeant baker

Aulopus purpurissatus Richardson 1843

sergeant baker

Pictured left is a male Sergeant Baker, Aulopus purpurissatus. Males can be recognised by the very long fin ray on the front of the dorsal fin. Sergeant bakers are often found resting on the bottom perched on their ventral fins.

Distribution southern Australia
Max size 60cms
Family Aulopidae - grinners