Pacific Spadefish
Chaetodipterus zonatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–50 m
- Max size: 65 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Pacific spadefish form small schools over sandy patches and reefs in inshore waters, their tall flattened bodies turning broadside as they pick benthic invertebrates from the bottom. They reach about sixty five centimetres and shelter near structure during the day.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Ephippidae › Chaetodipterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276412.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Spadefish live?
- The Pacific Spadefish (Chaetodipterus zonatus) is typically found at 3–50 m.
- Is the Pacific Spadefish dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Spadefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Spadefish get?
- The Pacific Spadefish grows to about 65 cm.