Spotted Trunkfish (Lactophrys bicaudalis)

Trunkfish have a triangular, bony outer layer that serves as a sort of body armor and protects them from predators. Their shape and rigidity makes it awkward to swim, so they usually amble around in a slow hover by using the smaller fins for locomotion. (The tail fin kicks in when something requires a high speed getaway.)

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