Jeffords, Jeffrey

butterfly1

Chaetodon auriga

Butterflyfish are known for their attractive, colorful patterns and graceful looks. They are frequently seen foraging the reef, nibbling on live corals or fish eggs with their tiny mouths. This one is called a Threadfin butterflyfish (Chaetodon auriga), and is about five inches (13 cm) long, a typical size for an adult.

About this image

Identification
Chaetodon auriga (Cross-stripe butterfly)
Location

Luzon Island, Philippines

Contributors
Jeffrey N. Jeffords
photographer copyright holder identification
Subjects
Subject Live Animal
Type Photo
Life Stages and Gender adult/sexually mature
Anatomy coloration/patterning disruptive coloration (spots/stripes)
Anatomy coloration/patterning eyespots or

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To cite this page: Jeffords, J. 2004. "butterfly1.jpg" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed {%B %d, %Y} at https://animaldiversity.org/collections/contributors/jeffrey_jeffords/fish/butterfly1/

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