Fin's Fish Guide
The Bantayan butterflyfish (Chaetodon adiergastos) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The panda butterflyfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from the western Pacific. The species reaches about 20 cm and has a white-yellow, deep, compressed body with diagonal streaks and a conspicuous black eye mask, to which the name 'panda' refers. Adults inhabit coral reefs and occur in pairs or groups, often near soft coral; juveniles live solitarily on shallow protected reefs or in estuaries. The diet consists of coral polyps, crabs, worms and other invertebrates. The species forms pairs during breeding and is occasionally found in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bantayan butterflyfish?
The Bantayan butterflyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Striking black eye mask (hence 'panda'); lives in pairs near soft coral.
Where does the Bantayan butterflyfish live?
The Bantayan butterflyfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Pacific, on coral reefs.
How big does the Bantayan butterflyfish get?
The Bantayan butterflyfish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm. On average the species is around 13 cm.
Is the Bantayan butterflyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bantayan butterflyfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bantayan butterflyfish edible?
The Bantayan butterflyfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Chaetodon
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