French Butterflyfish
Prognathodes marcellae
- Group: Butterflyfish
- Typical depth: 12–140 m
- Max size: 11.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A butterflyfish of the eastern Atlantic, it ranges from shallow water down to about one hundred and forty metres, usually over soft bottoms. Pairs form to breed, and the eggs are scattered to drift with the plankton.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Prognathodes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126838.
FAQ
- How deep does the French Butterflyfish live?
- The French Butterflyfish (Prognathodes marcellae) is typically found at 12–140 m.
- Is the French Butterflyfish dangerous to divers?
- The French Butterflyfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the French Butterflyfish get?
- The French Butterflyfish grows to about 11.6 cm.