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Arabian Pinfish

Diplodus noct (Valenciennes 1830)

Trophic Strategy

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Found above sandy bottoms, around coral reefs and in shallow coastal waters. Young may form aggregations. Feeds on algae and small invertebrates.
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Drina Sta. Iglesia
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Biology

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Found above sandy bottoms, around coral reefs and in shallow coastal waters. Young may form aggregations. Feeds on algae and small invertebrates. Sold fresh and whole in markets.
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Armi G. Torres
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Importance

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fisheries: commercial
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Description

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A shallow-water species found along exposed rocky shores.

Reference

Randall, J. E. (1992). Red Sea Reef Fishes. Immel Publishing.

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