Chaetodon decussatus — Overview

Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish learn more about names for this taxon

IUCN threat status:

Least Concern (LC)

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Biology

Found on rich coral reefs, also on rubble and rocky areas. Adults in pairs, juveniles solitary. Closely related to C. vagabundus (Ref. 48636). Feeds largely on algae and coral polyps, but captive ones will accept a wide variety of food. Oviparous (Ref. 205). Form pairs during breeding (Ref. 205). Excellent aquarium fish.

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