Canthigaster marquesensis Allen & Randall, 1977
Canthigaster marquesensis
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Tetraodontidae (Puffers), subfamily: Canthigasterinae
Max. size:  7.1 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 15 - 42 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Feeds on filamentous algae and small invertebrates (Ref. 89972).
IUCN Red List Status: Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 08 June 2011 (B1ab(iii)+2ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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