Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish
Chaetodon decussatus
- Group: Butterflyfish
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Indian vagabond butterflyfish drifts over rich coral and rubble in pairs as an adult, the young keeping to themselves. It grazes on algae and coral polyps, ranges over a set home patch, and pairs up to breed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Chaetodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273333.
FAQ
- How deep does the Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish live?
- The Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish (Chaetodon decussatus) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish dangerous to divers?
- The Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish get?
- The Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish grows to about 20 cm.