1. Churaumi Fish Encyclopedia
  2. Oval butterflyfish
  • The Coral Sea
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Oval butterflyfish

The Japanese name is derived from the three stripes across the eyes, caudles and at the end of its tail fin. They feed specifically on coral polyps which makes them difficult to rear in captivity. The second photo shows a juvenile fish.

Scientific name Chaetodon lunulatus
English name Oval butterflyfish

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