Tropiometra carinata

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Surrounding and environment

  • The species is generally found on the reef
  • The species is generally attached to its substrate
  • The species can be found between 0 and 25 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 20 cm
  • The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest