Chaetodon paucifasciatus

Butterflyfishes

  • Crown butterflyfish
  • Rotfleck-Flaterfisch
  • Poisson-papillon orange
  • Pez mariposa de lomo rojo
  • Pesce farfalla coronato

Distribution

  • The Red Sea

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 1 and 65 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species
  • Endemic species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally living in a couple
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 14 cm
  • The animal is a grazer of algae.
  • Diet : Algae - Coral -

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.