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is readily recognisable as such. The ventral chromatophore series is now 
restricted to the base of the anal fin. The dorsal series extends further forward 
than previously and is grouped in several clusters. Small stellate cells covering 
the brain are visible through the transparent dorsal surface of the head above 
Text-fig. 5. — Larvae and Post-larvae of Sand Whiting, Sillago ciliata Cuv. & Val. 
A. — From a specimen 5.0 mm. long. 
B. — From a specimen 6.5 mm. long. 
C. — From a specimen 10.8 mm. long. 
D. — From a specimen 15.5 mm. long. 
the eyes. Similar cells lining the visceral cavity can also be seen through the 
body tissues and there are several sub-surface groups along the mid-line of each 
side of the body. Additional surface cells can now be seen at the base of the 
caudal fin and on the head, particularly around the lips. Rows of black ovate 
cells which are the rudiments of the oblique banding across the spinous dorsal 
