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Lachnolaimus maximus


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Lachnolaimus maximus (Walbaum, 1792)

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Found over open bottoms or coral reef areas (Ref. 5217). Often encountered where gorgonians are abundant (Ref. 13442). Feeds mainly on mollusks, also crabs and sea urchins (Ref. 3726). Flesh highly esteemed; marketed fresh and frozen (Ref. 3726). Has been reared in captivity (Ref. 35420).