Stripey

The stripey (Microcanthus strigatus), also known as the footballer or convict fish, is a species of ray-finned fish, a sea chub from the subfamily Microcanthinae which is part of the family Kyphosidae. It is native to the Pacific Ocean where it has a wide range. This species may be found in the aquarium trade.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Stripey 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.

Easily confused with

• Microcanthus joyceae
• Atypichthys latus

Classification

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Actinopterygii

Order

Centrarchiformes

Family

Microcanthidae

Genus

Microcanthus

Species

Microcanthus strigatus

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