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Blacktail butterflyfish

Blacktail butterflyfish

Chaetodon austriacus

Family
Chaetodontidae
Max Length
13 cm
Max Weight
0 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater

Overview

The blacktail butterflyfish, also known as black-tailed butterflyfish or exquisite butterflyfish, is a species marine ray-finned fish, a butterflyfish belonging to the family Chaetodontidae. It is native to the western Indian Ocean but has reached the Mediterranean Sea as a Lessepsian migrant through the Suez Canal.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big do Blacktail butterflyfish get?+

Blacktail butterflyfish (Chaetodon austriacus) can reach up to 12.999999500000001 cm in length and 0.0492 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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