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Ostracion nasus
Ostraciidae [Boxfishes]
19.3 cm [max to 30 cm]
4.9 cm
Marine
2 - 80 m
Around rocky & sandy substrates.
Not edible as it is POISONOUS.
Yes, this fish was caught off Changi
Body encased in a box with relatively large dark brown spots. Small protrude above the mouth & a distinct concave snout profile. Dorsal spines:0, rays:9; Anal spines:0, rays:9.
