Lactoria cornuta

Trunkfishes

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  • Longhorn cowfish
  • Poisson vache

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

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 18 and 100 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 : 45 cm
  • Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • The animal can show variable colouring

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.
    • Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)