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Honeycomb Cowfish

Acanthostracion polygonius

Seabook: Honeycomb Cowfish

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Max Depth

80 m

Description

Acanthostracion polygonius belongs to the Ostraciidae family and is closely related to boxfish and trunkfish. Description The honeycomb cowfish has armor-like, hexagonal scales covering most of its body. It is named for its unique honeycomb-like pattern and "horns". This pattern helps the fish to blend in ... Read more in Seabook

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Colors

brown
grey
yellow
green
blue

Poisonous

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Habitat and Environment

Coral reef

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Social Behaviour

Solitary