ARROWHEAD SOAPFISH
Belonoperca chabanaudi
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Occurs in steep slopes of coral rich areas. Usually hovers in mid water in caves (Ref. 9710). Nocturnal species (Ref. 4326). Secretive and solitary (Ref. 37816). Easily missed and normally the yellow spot is noticed first (Ref. 48635). Produces the skin toxin grammistin.
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