Fin's Fish Guide
The Marquesas butterflyfish (Chaetodon declivis) is a saltwater fish of the family Chaetodontidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The Marquesas butterflyfish is a butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) from reef water of the tropical Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a deep, strongly laterally compressed, yellow-white with a dark band body with a small, pointed snout. As a day-active fish it swims along coral and rocky reefs and picks polyps, small invertebrates and algae with its snout-like mouth. It often lives in pairs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Marquesas butterflyfish?
The Marquesas butterflyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Marquesas butterflyfish live?
The Marquesas butterflyfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Marquesas Is., French Polynesia, Kiribati
How big does the Marquesas butterflyfish get?
The Marquesas butterflyfish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Marquesas butterflyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Marquesas butterflyfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Marquesas butterflyfish edible?
Yes, the Marquesas butterflyfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Chaetodon
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