Turtlefish

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:T._cheloniformis
gptkbp:adult_plumage Different coloration than adults
gptkbp:behavior Social fish
gptkbp:body_style Laterally compressed
gptkbp:breeding_season Varies by region
gptkbp:color Varies by species
Brightly colored
Can change color based on environment
Camouflage and communication
Adapted to specific environments
Different species have unique patterns
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Turtlefish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Marine protected areas
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
Monitored by IUCN
gptkbp:cultural_representation Featured in art and folklore
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of marine biodiversity
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:distribution Indo-Pacific region
gptkbp:ecological_role Algae control
gptkbp:family gptkb:Scaridae
gptkbp:fins Long dorsal fin
Pectoral fins
gptkbp:fishing_regulations Overfishing concerns
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Grazing on algae
gptkbp:fossil_record Ancient relatives exist
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:Coral_reefs
Shallow waters
Reef-associated
Prefer warm waters.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Turtlefish
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 10 years
gptkbp:migration Limited migration
gptkbp:mimicry Some species mimic other fish
gptkbp:movement Swim using tail fin
gptkbp:order gptkb:Perciformes
gptkbp:predators Larger fish
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Parrotfish
gptkbp:reproduction Oviparous
gptkbp:research_focus Behavioral studies
Studied for reef ecology
gptkbp:scales Cycloid scales
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Chelinus_spp.
gptkbp:size Up to 1 meter
gptkbp:social_structure Schools
gptkbp:species Research ongoing
Operculum present
Many species within the family
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives Sensitive to water quality
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships gptkb:Cleaner_wrasses
Shrimp and other reef organisms
gptkbp:territorial_behavior Defend feeding areas
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on Popular in aquariums
Specialized diets required
Generally peaceful with other species
gptkbp:wildlife Climate change impacts