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West Atlantic Trumpetfish

Aulostomus maculatus

Classification

Aulostomus maculatus, the West Atlantic trumpetfish, is a long-bodied fish with an upturned mouth. It often swims vertically while trying to blend with vertical coral, such as sea rods, sea pens, and pipe sponges. Description Aulostomus maculatus is closely related to cornetfish.

Distribution

Larry Morin · CC BY
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United States of America · 1,363France · 840Netherlands · 731Mexico · 248United Kingdom · 187Cuba · 46Brazil · 3