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Canthigaster pygmaea Allen & Randall, 1977 Pygmy toby |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Tetraodontidae (Puffers), subfamily: Canthigasterinae | |||
| Max. size: | 5.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 2 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits coral reefs. Found hidden in holes. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 June 2011 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||