The Whitespotted pygmy filefish is a small marine species characterized by its oval, laterally compressed body adorned with white spots. Typically reaching lengths of up to 2 inches and weighing around 0.1 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs and rocky areas. This fish primarily feeds on algae and small invertebrates, displaying a shy and reclusive behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Whitespotted pygmy filefish
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