Sealife guideThe Chaetodontidae familyThe taxonomy of marine species

Explore the taxonomy of the sea vertebrates including the cetaceans like the whales or the dolphins, the sea birds, the fish, the sharks and the sea turtles !

The order Acanthuriformes consists of tropical marine fish known for their vibrant colors and diverse shapes, including surgeonfish, angelfish and butterflyfish, commonly found in coral reefs. These species are distinguished by unique features such as sharp spines on their tails or angular body shapes, playing a key role in maintaining the ecological balance of reefs.

The Chaetodontidae family consists of tropical marine fish known as butterflyfish and bannerfish, primarily found in coral reefs. Recognizable by their laterally compressed bodies, vibrant colors and striking patterns often marked with stripes or spots, these fish play a vital role in maintaining the balance and health of coral reef ecosystems.

Banded butterflyfish
(Chaetodon striatus)

Blackback butterflyfish
(Chaetodon melannotus)

Blacklip butterflyfish
(Chaetodon kleinii)

Blackwedged butterflyfish
(Chaetodon falcula)

Chevroned butterflyfish
(Chaetodon trifascialis)

Copperbanded butterfly
(Chelmon rostratus)

Crown butterflyfish
(Chaetodon paucifasciatus)

Eastern triangle butterflyfish
(Chaetodon baronessa)

Eightband butterflyfish
(Chaetodon octofasciatus)

Exquisite butterflyfish
(Chaetodon austriacus)

Foureye butterflyfish
(Chaetodon capistratus)

Hooded butterflyfish
(Chaetodon larvatus)

Horned bannerfish
(Heniochus varius)

Latticed butterfly
(Chaetodon rafflesii)

Longnose butterflyfish
(Forcipiger flavissimus)

Masked butterflyfish
(Chaetodon semilarvatus)

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