Rhinecanthus assasi

Triggerfishes

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  • Picasso triggerfish
  • Arabischer Picassodrücker
  • Baliste Picasso arabe
  • Pez ballesta picasso de Arabia
  • Pesce balestra picasso arabo

Distribution

  • 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 0 and 25 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 30 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Sea worms - - Echinoderms

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