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Canthigaster pygmaea
Canthigaster pygmaea Allen & Randall, 1977
Pygmy toby
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.
Diagnosis:   
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


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