Naucrates ductor

Parasites

Pilotfish
Pilotenfisch
Loodsmannetje
Poisson-pilote
Pez piloto
Pesce pilota, fanfano

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

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 30 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The species is a parasite of other fish
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 70 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- -Sport or local fishing