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Barberfish are present in large numbers in some areas where they are found, sometimes being seen in large spectacular schools. They are active omnivores, feeding on a wide range of plants and animals.
Facts and Features
- Geographic Distribution
Eastern Pacific in tropical and subtropical coastal waters from the central part of the Sea of Cortez to Peru and in the Revillagigedos, Cocos, Malpelo, Clipperton, and Galapagos Islands.
- Amazing Facts
Scalloped hammerhead sharks,( Sphyrna lewini), commonly employ the cleaning services of barberfish.
- At the Aquarium
Gulf of California