Scales. 36–39 scales in lateral-line row to end of hypural plate (rarely 36), 1–3 more scales to base of caudal fin. Eight scale rows above lateral line (predorsal scale row not included); 2–3.5 rows below lateral line; 17–21 scales in predorsal row; 10–14 circumpeduncular scales. Axillary process at the anterior base of pectoral fin and axillary scale at the anterior base of pelvic fin well developed.