Melon Butterflyfish
Chaetodon trifasciatus
- Group: Butterflyfish
- Typical depth: to 30 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A butterflyfish of coral rich lagoons that feeds only on coral polyps, favouring the spiky Pocillopora corals. Pairs stay together and defend their patch fiercely against other butterflyfish, with juveniles tucked secretively in the coral.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Chaetodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218741.
FAQ
- How deep does the Melon Butterflyfish live?
- The Melon Butterflyfish (Chaetodon trifasciatus) is typically found at to 30 m.
- Is the Melon Butterflyfish dangerous to divers?
- The Melon Butterflyfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Melon Butterflyfish get?
- The Melon Butterflyfish grows to about 15 cm.