Species FishRock Cale

Rock Cale

Aplodactylus lophodon

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Illustration of Rock Cale (Aplodactylus lophodon)

The Rock Cale has a robust body and is often mottled in color, providing excellent camouflage among rocky substrates. One notable fact is that it can reach lengths of up to 1 meter.

Habitat
Inhabits rocky reefs and coastal waters.
Diet
Herbivorous, primarily grazing on algae.
How common
Uncommon

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