The Smallspine turretfish is a compact, box-shaped marine fish characterized by its distinct small spines and hard, bony carapace. Typically found in coral reefs, it feeds on small invertebrates and algae. This species reaches up to 8 inches in length and weighs around 1.5 pounds. It is known for its slow, deliberate swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Smallspine turretfish
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