Fishing for Honeycomb filefish

Cantherhines pardalis

The honeycomb filefish is a small marine fish known for its distinctive hexagonal pattern. It typically measures around 12 inches in length and weighs up to 2 pounds. Inhabiting coral reefs and rocky areas, this species feeds on algae and small invertebrates. It exhibits solitary behavior, using its flattened body to navigate through narrow crevices. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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