Where Does Reticulated Butterflyfish Live?

Reticulated Butterflyfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Reticulated Butterflyfish

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths of 5 to 30 meters (16 to 98 feet), occasionally deeper.

Environment

Clear outer reef slopes, drop-offs, and areas rich in live coral. Prefers areas with strong currents and good coral growth.

Geographic range

Indo-Pacific region, from the Maldives and Sri Lanka eastward to the Line Islands, north to southern Japan, and south to New Caledonia and the Great Barrier Reef.

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