Fishing for Island goatfish

Parupeneus insularis
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The Island goatfish is a vibrant reef-dwelling fish known for its distinctive barbels used to probe the seabed for food. It primarily feeds on small invertebrates and crustaceans. Typically found in tropical island waters, it reaches up to 12 inches in length and weighs around 2 pounds. This species exhibits social behavior, often forming small groups. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

3 ft - 262 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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