Ostracion whitleyi Fowler, 1931
Whitley's box
Ostracion whitleyi
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Ostraciidae (Boxfishes)
Max. size:  15.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 3 - 27 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Hawaii to the Marquesas Islands and central and eastern Polynesia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits clear lagoons and seaward reefs (Ref. 9710) as well as the quiet waters of the shore line. Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302). Feeds on algae and invertebrates (Ref. 89972).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 29 November 2023 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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