Smooth Trunkfish
Lactophrys triqueter
- Group: Boxfish
- Typical depth: to 50 m
- Max size: 47 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The smooth trunkfish glides over coral reefs encased in a rigid bony box, blowing jets of water into the sand to expose worms, mollusks, crustaceans and sponges. It is easily approached, but when alarmed it releases toxins from its skin that can kill nearby fishes.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Ostraciidae › Lactophrys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158932.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smooth Trunkfish live?
- The Smooth Trunkfish (Lactophrys triqueter) is typically found at to 50 m.
- Is the Smooth Trunkfish dangerous to divers?
- The Smooth Trunkfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Smooth Trunkfish get?
- The Smooth Trunkfish grows to about 47 cm.