The Venus tuskfish is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking blue and green coloration. It typically inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas in the Indo-Pacific region. This species grows up to 24 inches and weighs around 15 pounds. It primarily feeds on crustaceans and mollusks, using its strong jaws to crush shells. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Venus tuskfish
Caloundra (Pumicestone Channel)
16 in · 3 lb 2 oz
Venus tuskfish
Clarence Valley coastal waters
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Venus tuskfish
Livingstone Shire coastal water
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Venus tuskfish
Frenchmans Bay (Moreton Bay)
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