Prognathodes aculeatus

Butterflyfishes

  • Longsnout butterflyfish
  • Karibischer Pinzettfisch
  • Caribische pincetvis
  • Papillon pinocchio; Poisson pincette
  • Mariposa trompeta

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 10 and 90 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 10 cm
  • The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.

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.