The breaksea cod (Epinephelides armatus), black-arse cod or tiger cod, is a species of marine ray-finned fish in the family Anthiadidae. It is endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are open seas, shallow seas, subtidal aquatic beds, and coral reefs. This species is the only member of its genus.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Breaksea Cod being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Actinopterygii
- Order
- Perciformes
- Family
- Anthiadidae
- Genus
- Epinephelides
- Species
- Epinephelides armatus
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