Fishing for Speckled butterflyfish

Chaetodon citrinellus

The speckled butterflyfish is a small, vibrant marine fish known for its striking yellow body adorned with black speckles. Typically measuring 4-6 inches in length and weighing up to 0.5 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific. This species feeds primarily on coral polyps and small invertebrates, displaying a peaceful demeanor and often seen in pairs. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Speckled butterflyfish

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