Description
Paranthias colonus are typically found in small aggregations well above the reef, but will retreat to the reef at the approach of danger. They form large midwater schools while feeding on plankton. They occur up the a depth of 100 m. They feed mainly on small planktonic animals that are picked individually from the w... Read more in SeabookLocations
- Costa Rica
- Cocos Island
- Peru
- Malpelo Island
- Costa Rica West
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Poisonous
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Coral reef
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Conservation status
(LC) Least concern