Cantherhines dumerilii

Filefishes

Whitespotted filefish
Monacanthe rayé
Cachúa blanca nieves

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
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 6 and 70 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a couple
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 40 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Coral - Sponges - Sea urchins - Mollusks - Algae
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

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