Fin's Fish Guide
The Doublesaddle butterflyfish (Chaetodon ulietensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Pacific double-saddle butterflyfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from the western and central Pacific. The species has a white-yellow body with fine vertical lines, two conspicuous dark saddle blotches on the back and a dark band through the eye. It occurs in coral-rich areas of lagoon reefs and less commonly on seaward reefs; juveniles sometimes stay in harbours. It feeds on small invertebrates, coral polyps and algae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Doublesaddle butterflyfish?
The Doublesaddle butterflyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern. Two dark saddle blotches on the back and fine vertical lines; butterflyfish of lagoon reefs.
Where does the Doublesaddle butterflyfish live?
The Doublesaddle butterflyfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western and central Pacific; coral-rich lagoon reefs.
How big does the Doublesaddle butterflyfish get?
The Doublesaddle butterflyfish grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Doublesaddle butterflyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Doublesaddle butterflyfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Doublesaddle butterflyfish edible?
The Doublesaddle butterflyfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Chaetodon
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