The Magnificent rabbitfish has poisonous spines on its dorsal, anal and pelvic fins, which it uses for defence and which can cause painful stings if it is injured.
LC
Red List
Least Concern
Taxonomy
Siganidae, genus Siganus (28 species)
Habitat
coral reefs, seagrass beds and algae fields at depths of up to 30 metres
Behaviour and ecology
juveniles in large shoals; adults usually in pairs
Diet
algae, zooplankton
Taxonomy
Siganidae, genus Siganus (28 species)
Habitat
coral reefs, seagrass beds and algae fields at depths of up to 30 metres
Behaviour and ecology
juveniles in large shoals; adults usually in pairs
Diet
algae, zooplankton