Species: Actinopyga
Other Names: Blackfish, Harry Blackfish
Description
A poorly known species. Collected by divers for artisanal fisheries, but not intensively so, as it is found in lower densities and has a deeper distribution than other "blackfish" species. Processed product is not distinguished from those of other Actinopyga species; moderate commercial value. Occurs in moderately shallow water; never found on reef flats, but on flagstones of reef slopes, particularly on sand on fore reef slopes. Populations reach medium densities up to 0.1 per square meter. A poorly known species.
Depth Range: 0 - 25 m
Maximum Length:
Distribution: Central Pacific
Habitat: assumed to be greater than several decades in a natural, un-disturbed environment.
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