Fishing for Andaman butterflyfish

Chaetodon andamanensis

The Andaman butterflyfish is a vibrant marine species found in coral reefs of the Andaman Sea. It features striking yellow and black patterns. Typically measuring around 6 inches in length and weighing up to 0.5 pounds, it feeds on coral polyps and small invertebrates. Known for its graceful swimming, it often forms monogamous pairs. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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