The Brown butterflyfish (Chaetodon blackburnii) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
Blackburn's butterflyfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from the western Indian Ocean, off East Africa and Madagascar. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a deep, grey-brown body with fine diagonal lines, a yellow tail and a dark band through the eye. As a reef-dweller it often lives in pairs on coral and rocky reefs and picks coral polyps, small invertebrates and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown butterflyfish?
The Brown butterflyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Brown butterflyfish live?
The Brown butterflyfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Brown butterflyfish get?
The Brown butterflyfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Brown butterflyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Brown butterflyfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Brown butterflyfish edible?
Yes, the Brown butterflyfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Chaetodon
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