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Where Does Banded Butterflyfish Live?

Chaetodon striatus

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

Where to find Banded Butterflyfish

Water type
saltwater
Depth
Typically found in depths ranging from 1 to 55 meters (3 to 180 feet), most commonly in shallower waters.
Environment
Inhabits coral reefs, rocky reefs, and occasionally seagrass beds. Prefers areas with abundant coral growth and crevices for shelter.
Geographic range
Western Atlantic Ocean, from Massachusetts (rarely) and Bermuda south to Brazil, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.

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