Threadfin Butterflyfish
Chaetodon auriga
- Group: Butterflyfish
- Typical depth: 0–60 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A trailing filament off the rear of its dorsal fin names the threadfin butterflyfish, which ranges from rich coral to weedy rubble down to about 60 metres. It roams singly, in pairs or in loose groups, tearing bites from worms, anemones, coral polyps and algae.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Chaetodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218730.
FAQ
- How deep does the Threadfin Butterflyfish live?
- The Threadfin Butterflyfish (Chaetodon auriga) is typically found at 0–60 m.
- Is the Threadfin Butterflyfish dangerous to divers?
- The Threadfin Butterflyfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Threadfin Butterflyfish get?
- The Threadfin Butterflyfish grows to about 25 cm.