The Hooded butterflyfish (Chaetodon larvatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The Hooded butterflyfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, disc-shaped body with a small, pointed mouth. It has an orange head and a blue-grey body with fine, V-shaped chevron lines. As a reef-dweller it searches coral and rocky reefs for coral polyps, small invertebrates and algae; many species live in pairs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hooded butterflyfish?
The Hooded butterflyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Hooded butterflyfish live?
The Hooded butterflyfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Hooded butterflyfish get?
The Hooded butterflyfish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Hooded butterflyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Hooded butterflyfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Hooded butterflyfish edible?
Yes, the Hooded butterflyfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Chaetodon
More from the family Chaetodontidae
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