Smith's butterflyfish
📖 Overview
Abundant in algal covered rocky reefs often in large aggregations . A mid-water plankton feeder . Oviparous . Form pairs during breeding .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Smith's butterflyfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Smith's butterflyfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Form pairs during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 80 m , usually 10 - 30 m . Subtropical known only from Pitcairn, Rapa, and Ilots de Bass (Marotiri) (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Smith's butterflyfish.
🔍 Similar Species
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