Ostracion punctatus

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ostracion
gptkbp:application studied for potential medical uses
gptkbp:average_temperature prefers warmer waters
gptkbp:behavior territorial during breeding season
often solitary or in pairs
may engage in courtship displays
gptkbp:body_style box-shaped
gptkbp:breeding_season varies by location
gptkbp:color can vary by region
yellow with black spots
can change color based on mood
can change color when stressed
camouflage among corals
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:spotted_boxfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by marine conservation groups
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in local folklore
gptkbp:defense_mechanism can release toxins
gptkbp:diet herbivorous
gptkbp:distribution tropical and subtropical waters
gptkbp:environmental_impact toxic to some predators
gptkbp:family gptkb:Ostraciidae
gptkbp:fins dorsal and anal fins are fused
gptkbp:fishing_regulations overfishing can affect populations
gptkbp:fossil_record known from fossil records
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
marine environments
difficult to achieve
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ostracion punctatus
gptkbp:larval_stage larvae are planktonic
gptkbp:length 30 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:migration limited migration observed
gptkbp:mimicry some mimic other species for protection
gptkbp:order gptkb:Tetraodontiformes
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Ostracion_cubicus
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for toxin production
gptkbp:social_structure may form small groups during feeding
gptkbp:species small gill openings
limited due to specific care needs
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives indicates health of coral reefs
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships may associate with cleaner fish
gptkbp:tank_mates should not be kept with aggressive species
gptkbp:traded_on requires a varied diet
requires a large tank
popular among marine aquarium enthusiasts
gptkbp:wildlife threatened by coral reef degradation