Dotted Butterflyfish
Chaetodon semeion
- Group: Butterflyfish
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 26 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
An uncommon butterflyfish of clear lagoons and sheltered seaward reefs rich in coral, it is more wary than most and usually moves in pairs or small groups. It grows to about 26 centimetres and scatters floating eggs when it spawns.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Chaetodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273361.
FAQ
- How deep does the Dotted Butterflyfish live?
- The Dotted Butterflyfish (Chaetodon semeion) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Dotted Butterflyfish dangerous to divers?
- The Dotted Butterflyfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Dotted Butterflyfish get?
- The Dotted Butterflyfish grows to about 26 cm.