Author: (Girard, 1854)
FBname: Monkeyface prickleback
Comments: Common inshore, in tide pools or shallow rocky areas, from the intertidal zone to 24 m depth.  May remain out of water under rocks or seaweed (Ref. 31184).  Feeds mainly on crustaceans and algae.  Breathes air (Ref. 31184) and can remain out of water for 15-35 hours if kept moist (Ref. 51276).  Demersal spawners in nearshore habitats (Ref. 56049).  Oviparous (Ref. 205).  Commonly caught by 'poke-poling', a method using a long bamboo pole with a very short wire leader and baited hook.  Good eating.