Threadfin butterflyfish Profile

The Threadfin butterflyfish (Chaetodon auriga) is a colorful, tropical marine fish featuring a predominantly yellow body with a pattern of white and black bars and a distinctive black 'eye-spot' towards the back of the dorsal fin. It has a protruding snout used for foraging in crevices. Originating from the Indo-Pacific region, this species is recognizable by its long filament trailing from the dorsal fin. It is popular in the aquarium hobby due to its striking appearance, but requires careful attention to maintain properly due to its dietary and habitat needs.