Monodactylus argenteus

Shoal builders

Silver moony
Silberflossenblatt
Lune d'argent
Pez Ángel malayo o Rambalí plateado
Dollaro d'argento

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 15 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Lives in large groups
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 25 cm
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.

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.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food