Species FishCopperband Butterflyfish

Copperband Butterflyfish

Chelmon rostratus

UncommonFish
Illustration of Copperband Butterflyfish (Chelmon rostratus)

The Copperband Butterflyfish is characterized by its elongated snout and striking orange and white vertical stripes. A memorable fact is that they are often seen pecking at coral to feed on small invertebrates.

Habitat
Typically found in coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region.
Diet
Feeds mainly on coral polyps and small invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon

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