Cyphoma gibbosum

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Flamingo tongue
Flamingozunge
Flamingotong
Monnaie caraïbe à ocelles
Caracol de cinturita

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species crawls on the seafloor
The species can be found between 2 and 15 Meters.
Uncommon 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 : 3 cm
Diet : Rods

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)