Chaetodipterus faber

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  • Atlantic spadefish
  • Karibik-Spatenfisch
  • Schopvis
  • Platax atlantique; Disque portuguais
  • Paguara
  • Pesce pipistrello argentato

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

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 3 and 30 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • 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 : 90 cm
  • Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Sea worms - - Plankton

Relationship with humans

  • The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing