Bennetts Butterflyfish Chaetodon bennetti
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Scientific Name: Chaetodon bennetti
Scientific Family: Chaetodontidae
Coral reef habitats shape much of the natural feeding behavior associated with this Indo-Pacific butterflyfish species. Bright yellow coloration and a prominent rear body eyespot create a distinctive marine fish appearance.
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Bennetts Butterflyfish Chaetodon bennetti
- Scientific Name: Chaetodon bennetti
- Family Name: Chaetodontidae
- Geographic Distribution: Indo-Pacific Ocean including Australia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Fiji, and surrounding tropical reef systems
- Feeding Preference: Corallivore that naturally feeds on coral polyps and reef-associated food sources within marine environments
- Recommended Aquarium Temperature: 75–82°F
- Water Chemistry Parameters: pH 8.1–8.4
- Carbonate Hardness Guidance: 8–12 dKH
- Color Pattern Development: Bright yellow body coloration combines with vertical body markings and a darker eyespot positioned near the rear body section
- Habitat Type: Commonly encountered around coral-rich lagoons, reef flats, and protected reef environments
- Marine Activity: Frequently moves throughout reef structure while searching natural feeding opportunities
- Distinctive Identification Trait: Rear body eyespot patterning may help create visual confusion for predators in natural habitats
- Species Observation: Unlike some butterflyfish species, this fish maintains strong association with coral environments throughout its native range
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