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Chaetodipterus faber |
Distribution |
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Atlantic spadefish |
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Karibik-Spatenfisch |
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Schopvis |
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Platax atlantique; Disque portuguais |
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Paguara |
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Pesce pipistrello argentato |
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The tropical Atlantic |
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Environment and movement of the diurnal species |
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The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 3 and 30 Meters.
Common species.
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General behaviour of the species |
Species generally lives in shoals.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
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Maximum size : 90 cm
Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.Diet : Sea worms - Crustaceans - Plankton
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Relationship with humans |
The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food.
-Sport or local fishing.
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