25 1 0 2
32 1 0 3
6 1 0 0
5 1 0 2
Image for Raccoon Butterflyfish
The Raccoon Butterflyfish is a saltwater fish native to South Africa that feeds on nudibranchs, tube worm tentacles, benthic invertebrates, algae, and coral polyps. This beautifully colored fish lives in warm tropical waters, especially around coral reefs. It plays an important role in the marine ecosystem, where it can help maintain the balance of coral reefs by eating excessive algae.
|
Common Name
|
Crescent-masked butterflyfish, lunule butterflyfish
|
|
Conservation Status
|
Extinct (EX)
|
|
Taxonomy
|
|
|
Scientific name
|
Chaetodon lunula
|
|
Species
|
Chaetodon lunula
|
Raccoon Butterflyfish are hardy and easy to care for, making them suitable for beginners like me. Th Read more
Tell us about your pet, maybe someone else has a pet similar to yours, add it and share the info.
11
Followers
The Raccoon Butterflyfish is a saltwater fish native to South Africa that feeds on nudibranchs, tube worm tentacles, benthic invertebrates, algae, and coral polyps. This beautifully colored fish lives in warm tropical waters, especially around coral reefs. It plays an important role in the marine ecosystem, where it can help maintain the balance of coral reefs by eating excessive algae.
