(Genus): Two separated dorsal fins, the first \〜] and the second T, 8〜10.
Anal fin rays U, 6〜9. Premaxillary with 1〜2 canines near symphysis, followed
by a wide band of villiform teeth. Dentary with a row of canines. Scales
cycloid, deciduous. Posterior margin of opercle with 2 flat spines. Margins
of subopercle and interopercle finely serrated. A single supramaxillary
present. Caudal fin fouked. (Species):Anterior edge of pelvic spine smooth.
Also, anterior edge of second spine of 1st dorsal and of anal fin smooth
(Fig.). First and 2nd dorsal fins well separated. About 30 scales in lateral
line. Maxillary extending to below center of eye.
Distribution:
Tropical to subtropical waters of western Atlantic Ocean. Type locality-off coasts of North Carolina to Florida.