Northern butterflyfish
Chaetodon rainfordi
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-15m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
1-15m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) |
| Espèces | Chaetodon rainfordi |
Foire aux questions
How big does Northern butterflyfish get?
Northern butterflyfish can grow up to 15.0 cm long.
Where is Northern butterflyfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Northern butterflyfish belong to?
Northern butterflyfish (Chaetodon rainfordi) belongs to the family Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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