Fishing for Three-barred porcupinefish

Dicotylichthys punctulatus
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The Three-barred porcupinefish is a small marine fish characterized by its distinctive three-barred pattern and spiny appearance. Typically reaching up to 12 inches in length and weighing around 2 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs and rocky coastal areas. Its diet consists mainly of mollusks and crustaceans. Known for its nocturnal behavior, it inflates when threatened. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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