Diagramma pictum — Overview

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IUCN threat status:

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Biology

Typically found on open muddy or silty substrates in protected bays or estuaries (Ref. 48635). Also in shallow coastal areas and coral reefs (Ref. 30573). Juveniles are found in weedy areas (Ref. 2799). Feeds on benthic invertebrates and fishes (Ref. 30573). Reportedly ciguatoxic in some areas (Ref. 2799). Marketed fresh and frozen (Ref. 9987).

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