Family
Common name: Morwong
Scientific name: Cheilodactylidae
The Cheilodactylidae family, commonly known as Morwongs, consists of marine fish found in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly around Australia and New Zealand. Morwongs are characterized by their elongated bodies, large heads, and strong, crushing teeth, adapted for feeding on hard-shelled prey. They are generally not aggressive and can be suitable for larger fish-only aquariums. Morwongs exhibit interesting behaviors and are known for their ability to change sex from female to male as they mature.
- Common name: Painted morwongScientific name: Cheilodactylus ephippium
- Common name: Red mokiScientific name: Cheilodactylus spectabilis
- Common name: magpie morwongScientific name: Cheilodactylus vestitus
- Common name: Striped morwongScientific name: Cheilodactylus vittatus
- Common name: Redlip morwongScientific name: Cheilodactylus zebra
- Common name: White-spot-tail morwongScientific name: Cheilodactylus zonatus