Ostracion cubicus

Trunkfishes

Yellow boxfish
Gelbbrauner Kofferfisch
Geelbruine koffervis
Poisson-coffre jaune
Pez cofre amarillo
Pesce scatola giallo

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 1 and 50 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 : 45 cm
The animal is a grazer of algae.
Diet : Algae -
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

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.