Copperband butterflyfish
📖 Overview
A common species found singly and in pairs along rocky shores and coral reefs; also in estuaries and silty inner reefs . Territorial species . Oviparous , monogamous . Mature adults form pairs during breeding .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 28 - 30; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 19 - 21. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Copperband butterflyfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Copperband butterflyfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing . Monogamous mating is observed as both obligate and social .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; reef-associated; non-migratory ; depth range 1 - 25 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaelmo rostratus | Linnaeus | 1758 | Synonym |
| Chaetodon enceladus | Shaw | 1791 | Synonym |
| Chaetodon rostratus | Linnaeus | 1758 | Synonym |
| Chelmo rostratus | Linnaeus | 1758 | Synonym |
| Chelmon lol | Thiollière | 1857 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 30 records indexed .
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