Teardrop Butterflyfish and Similar Species
Chaetodon unimaculatus
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Latticed Butterflyfish
Chaetodon rafflesii
Key differences: C. rafflesii has a reticulated or 'latticed' pattern over its body and lacks the distinct tear-shaped spot of C. unimaculatus. Its body color is also more orange-yellow.
Yellow Butterflyfish
Chaetodon xanthurus
Key differences: C. xanthurus has a yellow body but typically features a white caudal fin with a black submarginal band and lacks the prominent black tear-shaped spot on the flank. It also has a more pronounced black bar through the eye and a black spot on the caudal peduncle.
Ornate Butterflyfish
Chaetodon ornatissimus
Key differences: C. ornatissimus has a white body with prominent orange-yellow diagonal stripes and lacks the single black spot. It is also a more obligate corallivore.
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