Description

Also known as Highfin Pony, Highfin Ponyfish, Long-spined Ponyfish, New Holland Ponyfish.

Found in small schools, over mud and sandy bottoms, of inshore coastal waters, rarely near reefs.
They feed on crustaceans and worms.
Length - 25cm
Depth - 5-70m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

Common in silty coastal areas and tidal creeks, often caught in trawls and beach nets. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/4453