Opercles scaled only on the upper part of the operculum and the upper surface of the head naked; upper lateral line with 33-42 tubular scales; 2-23 scales in the middle lateral line; caudal peduncle much deeper than long; dorsal surface of head without prominent ridges; pectorals as long as or a little longer than pelvic fins; dark brown with some spots and stripes (Ref. 37311).