White-Spine Butterfyfsh
Roa haraguchiae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 37–162 m
- Max size: 1.1 m
- For divers: safe
A deep dwelling butterflyfish found in fairly deep water over sandy and rocky bottoms, it is usually seen in pairs. Unlike its shallow reef relatives it favours dim, deeper habitats below the reach of most divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Roa
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1421692.
FAQ
- How deep does the White-Spine Butterfyfsh live?
- The White-Spine Butterfyfsh (Roa haraguchiae) is typically found at 37–162 m.
- Is the White-Spine Butterfyfsh dangerous to divers?
- The White-Spine Butterfyfsh is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White-Spine Butterfyfsh get?
- The White-Spine Butterfyfsh grows to about 1.1 m.