Ostracion meleagris

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:adult_plumage different coloration than adults
gptkbp:application studied for toxin properties
gptkbp:aquarium_lifespan up to 5 years in captivity
gptkbp:aquarium_trade not suitable with aggressive species
requires a large tank
requires stable water conditions
requires varied diet
exhibits unique swimming patterns
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:body_shape box-shaped
gptkbp:breeding_behavior spawns in open water
gptkbp:breeding_season varies by location
gptkbp:color can change color when stressed
gptkbp:color_variation varies by individual
gptkbp:coloration yellow with black spots
camouflage in coral reefs
can indicate stress levels
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:meleagris_boxfish
gptkb:spotted_boxfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by marine biologists
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
not currently endangered
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in marine art
gptkbp:diet herbivorous
gptkbp:distribution tropical and subtropical waters
gptkbp:ecological_role herbivore in reef ecosystems
gptkbp:family gptkb:Ostraciidae
gptkbp:fins dorsal and anal fins present
gptkbp:fish_species limited due to toxicity
gptkbp:fishing_regulations not targeted commercially
gptkbp:foraging_behavior grazes on algae
gptkbp:fossil_record notable in paleontology
gptkbp:gills four pairs of gills
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
marine environments
gptkbp:habitat_range up to 50 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ostracion meleagris
gptkbp:human_interaction often kept in aquariums
gptkbp:larval_stage planktonic
undergoes metamorphosis
gptkbp:length 30 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:mimicry some mimic other species for protection
gptkbp:order gptkb:Tetraodontiformes
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:related_species other boxfish species
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest marine biology
gptkbp:scientific_classification Animalia, Chordata, Actinopterygii
gptkbp:size depends on environmental factors
gptkbp:social_structure territorial
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with cleaner shrimp
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:toxicity contains toxins in skin
gptkbp:wildlife important for biodiversity
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4