Fistularia commersonii

Trumpets

  • Bluespotted cornetfish
  • Flötenfisch
  • Gladde fluitbek
  • Poisson-flûte
  • Corneta pintada
  • Pesce flauto

Distribution

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

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 130 Meters.
  • Very common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 160 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes - - Shrimps

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest