The thornback cowfish is a small marine fish known for its distinctive box-like shape and thorny protrusions. It typically measures around 6 inches in length and weighs up to 1 pound. Inhabiting coral reefs and sandy bottoms, it feeds on small invertebrates. The species is generally solitary and uses its unique body shape for protection against predators. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Thornback cowfish
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Thornback cowfish
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Thornback cowfish
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Thornback cowfish
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Thornback cowfish
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Thornback cowfish
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