The Fourspot Butterflyfish is a very active, but rather shy species. If startled or frightened this fish will dart around frantically. It is powerful, can jump quite well to avoid getting caught, and caution should be used when handling this fish, as its top dorsal spines can inflict a rather nasty poke. Orange eye bar bordered with black or blue followed by a yellow bar. Two white spots on each side of dark part of upper part of body. Lower body yellow. Easily approachable. |
Photos (not mine) and descriptions (not mine) of fishes and marine animals seen while snorkeling
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Lauhau--Four Spot Butterflyfish
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