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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 27296 | Hutchins, B. and R. Swainston, 1986. Sea fishes of southern Australia. Complete field guide for anglers and divers. Swainston Publishing. Perth. 180 p. | 1986 | Platycephalus marmoratus | 127;fig.204 |
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