Acanthostracion polygonius

Trunkfishes

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Honeycomb cowfish
Kuhfisch;Waben Kofferfisch
Honingraat koffervis
Poisson vache (coffre) à polygones
Torito de panal

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 3 and 80 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 50 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Sponges - Tunicates - Shrimps
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!