Fistularia tabacaria

Trumpets

  • Bluespotted cornetfish
  • Blaugefleckter Flötenfisch
  • Blauwgespikkelde fluitvis; Vioolvis; Blauwgevlekte fluitvis
  • Cornette à taches bleues
  • Corneta
  • Pesce flauto

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 0 and 20 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 200 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

Relationship with humans

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