The Whitespotted filefish is a marine species known for its elongated body and distinctive white spots. It typically grows up to 19 inches and weighs around 3 pounds. Inhabiting coral reefs, it feeds on algae, small invertebrates, and coral polyps. This filefish is solitary and exhibits a unique swimming style, using its dorsal and anal fins for propulsion. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Whitespotted filefish
Hawaiʻi Coastal Waters
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Whitespotted filefish
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