The pinecone soldierfish is a distinctive marine fish known for its deep, laterally compressed body and bright red coloration with a pattern reminiscent of pinecone scales. Found in the Indo-Pacific region's coral reefs, it typically grows to about 8 inches in length. Primarily nocturnal, it shelters in crevices during the day and becomes active at night, feeding on small invertebrates. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Pinecone soldierfish
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