Fin's Fish Guide
The Butterbun (Prognathodes aculeatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The longsnout butterflyfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from the western Atlantic and the Caribbean. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a yellow-orange body with a long, pointed snout, with which it seizes small prey in narrow crevices of the reef. It inhabits deep, coral-rich reefs and drop-offs. It feeds on small invertebrates and nibbles among other things on the tube feet of sea urchins. It often lives in pairs. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Butterbun?
The Butterbun has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Long, pointed snout for seizing prey from reef crevices; nibbles at sea urchin tube feet.
Where does the Butterbun live?
The Butterbun lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic and Caribbean; deep coral reefs and drop-offs.
How big does the Butterbun get?
The Butterbun grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Butterbun dangerous to humans?
No, the Butterbun is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Butterbun edible?
The Butterbun is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Prognathodes
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