Antigonia combatia

Antigonia combatia Berry and Rathjen, 1959 is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Caproidae (order Zeiformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the shortspine boarfish.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Antigonia combatia Berry and Rathjen, 1959 places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Zeiformes, Antigonia combatia exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: a actinopterygii fish Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Caproidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Caproidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.