Parupeneus forsskali — Overview

Forsskâl's Goatfish learn more about names for this taxon

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Biology

The most common goatfish in shallow water in the Red Sea. Usually found on sand bottoms near coral reefs (Ref. 3470). Feeds on invertebrates that live on sand (Ref. 13550).

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