Fishing for Strap-weed file-fish

Pseudomonacanthus macrurus

The strap-weed filefish is a small marine species known for its elongated body and leathery skin. Typically reaching up to 8 inches in length and weighing around 1 pound, it inhabits coral reefs and seagrass beds. This fish primarily feeds on algae and small invertebrates. It exhibits solitary behavior, often camouflaging among seaweed to evade predators. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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