Fishing for Thompson's butterflyfish

Hemitaurichthys thompsoni

Thompson's butterflyfish is a vibrant marine species known for its striking yellow and white coloration with black markings. Typically reaching up to 7 inches in length and weighing around 0.5 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific. This butterflyfish primarily feeds on plankton and exhibits schooling behavior, often seen in large, social groups. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Thompson's butterflyfish

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