Lactophrys trigonus

Trunkfishes

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  • Buffalo Trunkfish
  • Buffalo Kofferfisch
  • Buffel koffervis
  • Poisson coffre buffle;Poisson coffre à cornes
  • Chapín búfalo;Chapín tresfilos

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 50 Meters.
  • Rare 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 : Mollusks - - Sea worms
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
  • 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!