Longfin Spadefish

Platax teira

Family: Batfish Category: Omnivore Max size: 60 cm

Species information

Habitat: Reefs, lagoons, mangroves
Distribution: Indo-Pacific
Food: Plankton, small invertebrates
Way of living: Sometimes solitary, often in schools
Behavior: Generally peaceful and often found in groups; juveniles may display a mimicry of floating leaves for protection.

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