TWO SPECIES OF BED SNAPPERS 
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6 rows of scales on cheeks. 
9 soft anal rays. 
Anal spines comparatively long, 
second 5.02 to 5.07 and 
third 4.12 to 4.18 in head. 
Black lateral spot disappearing 
in large individuals. 
6 rows of scales on cheeks. 
8 soft anal rays. 
Anal spines comparatively long, 
second 4.43 and third 3.61 in 
head. 
Black lateral spot disappearing 
in large specimens. 
8 rows of scales on cheeks. 
8 soft anal rays. 
Anal spines rather short, second 
6.44 and third 4.54 in head. 
Black lateral spot persistent in 
large specimens, distinct. 
