Monacanthus ciliatus
Filefishes
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
- The species is generally motionless in its environment
- The species is generally found among algae or invertebrates (sponges, rods, corals...)
- The species can be found between 3 and 30 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
- Hides among algae.
General behaviour of the species
- Hides among algae.
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 24 cm
- The animal is a grazer of algae.
- The animal changes colour like a chameleon
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food