Horned Bannerfish
Heniochus varius
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 19 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The horned bannerfish drifts over deep lagoons and steep outer reef slopes laced with algae and coral, alone or in small groups. It feeds on corals and other invertebrates, pairs off to spawn, and reaches about nineteen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Chaetodontidae › Heniochus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276750.
FAQ
- How deep does the Horned Bannerfish live?
- The Horned Bannerfish (Heniochus varius) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Horned Bannerfish dangerous to divers?
- The Horned Bannerfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Horned Bannerfish get?
- The Horned Bannerfish grows to about 19 cm.