Atoll butterflyfish
Chaetodon mertensii
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Saltwater
Overview
Atoll butterflyfish (Chaetodon mertensii) is a marine fish of the family Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–120 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,5 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-120m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-120m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) |
| Arten | Chaetodon mertensii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Atoll butterflyfish get?
Atoll butterflyfish can grow up to 12.5 cm long.
Where is Atoll butterflyfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Atoll butterflyfish belong to?
Atoll butterflyfish (Chaetodon mertensii) belongs to the family Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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