Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Schooling bannerfish
Size:
These fish grow to a maximum length of 8.3 inches (21 centimeters).
Diet:
Schooling bannerfish eat zooplankton and parasites from other fishes.
Range & Habitat:
In the Indo-west-Pacific, these fish can be found in rocky bottoms, coral reef habitats and sandy areas.
Details:
Schooling bannerfish are striking in appearance with a single, large spine projecting out from their dorsal side. They’re silver in color with thick black, vertical striping and yellow fins.