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Blackback butterflyfish

Blackback butterflyfish

Chaetodon melannotus

Family
Chaetodontidae
Max Length
18.000000699999998 cm
Max Weight
0.1427 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater

Overview

The black-backed butterflyfish or blackback butterflyfish is a species of butterflyfish. It is widespread through the Indo-Pacific area from the Red Sea and East Africa to Samoa, to southern Japan and throughout Micronesia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big do Blackback butterflyfish get?+

Blackback butterflyfish (Chaetodon melannotus) can reach up to 18.000000699999998 cm in length and 0.1427 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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