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SATCHMO

TRUMPETFISH

( AULOSTOMUS MACULATUS )

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Family

Aulostomidae

Color/s

Adept at color change. Most common phase is brown to reddish brown, but can be blue-gray, bright yellow, and many shades inbetween. Has pale lines and scattered small black spots.

Depth

15 - 80 ft

5 - 25 m

 

 

Size

1 1/2 - 2 1/2 ft

50 - 100 cm

Behavior

Inhabit coral reefes. Position their bodies to blend with the background including corals or other fish. Will often drift with the current in a vertical position with the head down. Usually will remain in camouflage when divers approach and will move away once they feel they have been detected.

Food Source

Small fishes and crustaceas

Reproduction

 

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