Chaetodon ocellatus

Butterflyfishes

  • Spotfin butterflyfish
  • Flossenfleck-Falterfisch
  • Vinvlek koraalvlinder
  • Poisson-papillon à tache dorsale
  • Mariposa ocelada;Mariposa amarilla

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

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 0 and 30 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • 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 : 20 cm
  • The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
  • Diet : Coral - Algae - Zooplankton

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.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!