10 FATHER-LASHER. 



of the lateral line. Dorsal fins two, approaching each other; 

 the rays of the first firm. Pectoral fins large, nearly round, 

 the ends of the rays projecting; ventrals moderately extended; 

 the tail round; the fin rays generally stout and soft. The 

 colours dusky, often a dark green, and mottled; the belly pale 

 yellow, white, or green. 



