Fishing for Indian vagabond butterflyfish

Chaetodon decussatus

The Indian vagabond butterflyfish is a striking marine fish known for its bold black and white crosshatch pattern. Typically reaching 6 inches in length and weighing around 0.5 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in the Indian Ocean. This species feeds primarily on algae and small invertebrates, often seen in pairs, exhibiting a calm and social behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Indian vagabond butterflyfish

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