The Spotfin butterflyfish is a vibrant marine species known for its striking yellow body and distinctive black spot near the dorsal fin. Typically reaching up to 8 inches in length and weighing around 0.5 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in the Western Atlantic. This fish primarily feeds on coral polyps and small invertebrates, exhibiting territorial behavior within its habitat. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Spotfin butterflyfish
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Spotfin butterflyfish
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Spotfin butterflyfish
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