| Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) |
| 13 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range - 30 m |
| Western Indian Ocean: Kenya to about 33°S, Madagascar, and Mauritius. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 16-16; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21-23; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 17-18 |
| Inhabit outer reef slopes with moderate coral growth (Ref. 9710). Oviparous (Ref. 205). Form pairs during breeding (Ref. 205). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 October 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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