Aulacocephalus temminckii Bleeker, 1854

Goldribbon soapfish


Species recognized by R Froese & D Pauly (eds),  in 
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Aulacocephalus temminckii Bleeker, 1854

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Inhabits caves and crevices in rocky reefs (Ref. 9710). Skin contains grammistin which imparts a bitter taste. The amount of toxin produced increases when the fish is frightened (Ref. 4326). Minimum depth reportedtaken from Ref. 09710.