Meet the Smooth Trunkfish

Lactophrys triqueter can be one of the most entertaining fish to watch on a dive. Not only is it cute, who doesn't love its puckered-lip look and its fancy white polka dots.  These smallish fish are frequently seen over sandy areas near the reef, where they blow little jets of water at the sand in an attempt to uncover food. Although they are slow-moving, smooth trunkfish do not seem to be bothered by divers' presence. They will continue their sand blowing as long as divers approach calmly. 

Juvenile Trunkfish commonly referred a "Peas" because they are the size of a pea.  Their side fins are almost invisible so it is fun to watch them move around. They just seem to float and rotate. Very cute fish at any stage. One of my favorites.