The Margined coralfish (Chelmon marginalis) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The margined coralfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from coastal waters of northern Australia. The species grows to about 18 cm and has a deep, white-silver body with a few orange crossbands and a long, tubular snout with which it probes crevices and holes for small invertebrates. As a reef-dweller it lives around coral and rocky reefs and in estuaries. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Margined coralfish?
The Margined coralfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Margined coralfish live?
The Margined coralfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Margined coralfish get?
The Margined coralfish grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Margined coralfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Margined coralfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Margined coralfish edible?
Yes, the Margined coralfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Chelmon
More from the family Chaetodontidae
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