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Malacanthus plumieri |
Distribution |
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Sand tilefish |
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Sand-Ziegelbarsch;Sand-Torpedobarsch |
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Zand torpedobaars;Zand tegelvis |
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Vive;Matajuel blanc |
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Matajuelo;Carajuelo blanco |
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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 observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 2 and 50 Meters.
Common species.
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver
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General characteristics of the species |
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Maximum size : 70 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.Diet : Fishes - Invertebrates
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Relationship with humans |
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The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
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