The Fantail filefish is a small marine fish, typically reaching up to 6 inches in length and weighing around 0.5 pounds. It features a laterally compressed body with a distinctive fan-shaped tail. Inhabiting coral reefs and rocky shores, it feeds on algae and small invertebrates. Known for its shy behavior, it often uses camouflage to evade predators. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Fantail filefish
length · weight
Fantail filefish
length · weight
Fantail filefish
length · weight
Fantail filefish
length · weight


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