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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. 
