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Latticed butterflyfish

Chaetodon rafflesii

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Fun Facts

This fish species forms distinctive pairs when breeding.

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Latticed butterflyfish

Size:

These fish grow up to 7.1 inches (18 centimeters) in length.

Diet:

Latticed butterflyfish eat coral polyps, anemones and marine worms.

Range & Habitat:

Near sheltered coral reefs and lagoons, these fish can be found in east-Indo-west-central Pacific region.

Details:

Latticed butterflyfish are bright yellow with a darker cross-hatch pattern. They have thick black lines running vertically through their eyes and at the base of their tail. They have small, pointed faces perfect for catching prey in hard to reach coral areas.