Aploactis [Aploactis]

Description

Aploactis comprises a group of species known for their distinctive velvety skin and the ability to camouflage. These fishes have a benthic lifestyle, primarily dwelling on the ocean floor. They possess venomous spines for defense against predators, and their diet primarily consists of small invertebrates.

Species

Red Velvetfish [Aploactis aspera]

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Western Velvetfish [Aploactisoma milesii]

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Southern Velvetfish [Aploactisoma meridionale]

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Taxonomy