The Horseshoe Leatherjacket has a unique horseshoe-shaped body and tough skin covered with small, bony plates. A memorable fact is its ability to change color based on its environment.
Habitat
Coastal reefs and rocky substrates.
Diet
Herbivorous, primarily grazing on algae.
How common
Rare
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