Little Spinefoot illustration
Species

Little Spinefoot

Siganus spinus
Also known as Scribbled Rabbitfish · Blunt-Nosed Spinefoot · Scribbled Rabbit-Fish · Spiny Rabbitfish · Spiny Spinefoot
Tier 5light tackleQLDWA
0 waypoints11–20 cm (max 28 cm) typical

Overview: about little spinefoot

Small to medium-sized reef fish with moderate venomous spines, found in inshore reefs and bays across QLD and WA. Target with small jigs, soft plastics or bait in 1-20m, using light to medium tackle. Handle with care due to venomous spines.

Biology: Little Spinefoot size, diet & habitat

Habitat
Bay, Inshore, Offshore, Reef
Typical size
11–20 cm (max 28 cm)
Depth range
1–50 m
Most active
diurnal
Global range
Western Pacific

Safety & handling

Venomous spines (moderate)Location: spines. Handle with caution — use gloves or a lip-grip.

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