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Longnose butterfly fish

Longnose butterfly fish

Forcipiger longirostris

Family
Chaetodontidae
Max Length
21.9999999 cm
Max Weight
0.2753 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater

Overview

Forcipiger longirostris, commonly known as the longnose butterflyfish or big longnose butterflyfish, is a species of butterflyfish found on coral reefs throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific. Even with its distinctive, point-like long nose, the longnose butterflyfish still can easily be confused with its more common cousin F. flavissimus. Both species may be kept in aquariums.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big do Longnose butterfly fish get?+

Longnose butterfly fish (Forcipiger longirostris) can reach up to 21.9999999 cm in length and 0.2753 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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