Safety note: Caution: May release toxins when threatened.
The Eastern Smooth Boxfish has a distinctive box-like shape and smooth, bright yellow skin. A memorable fact is that it can release toxins when threatened, making it unpalatable to predators.
Habitat
Inhabits shallow coastal waters, often around coral reefs.
Diet
Feeds on algae and small invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon
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