Higher classification Aluterus | Phylum Chordata Family Monacanthidae Scientific name Aluterus monoceros Rank Species | |
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Similar Aluterus, Aluterus scriptus, Black scraper, Filefish, Tetraodontiformes | ||
Unicorn leatherjacket aluterus monoceros filefish saltwater fish pompano beach offshore
The unicorn leatherjacket (Aluterus monoceros) is a filefish of the family Monacanthidae, found around the world in subtropical oceans between latitudes 43° N and 35° S, at depths down to 50 m. Its length is up to 76 cm.
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- Unicorn leatherjacket aluterus monoceros filefish saltwater fish pompano beach offshore
- Fish identification scrawled filefish or juvenile unicorn leatherjacket
- Behavior
- References
Fish identification scrawled filefish or juvenile unicorn leatherjacket
Behavior
This species exhibits distinct pairing. Adults may form schools under weed rafts.
References
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