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Banded Butterflyfish

Chaetodon striatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acanthuriformes ›Family: Chaetodontidae ›Genus: Chaetodon

About

The banded butterflyfish (Chaetodon striatus) is a butterflyfish found in the tropical western Atlantic Ocean from Brazil to Bermuda. Common names include the banded butterflyfish, the butterbun, the butterflyfish, the Portuguese butterfly, the school mistress and the banded mariposa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Banded Butterflyfish?
The scientific name of Banded Butterflyfish is Chaetodon striatus.
What is the conservation status of Banded Butterflyfish?
The Banded Butterflyfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Banded Butterflyfish belong to?
Banded Butterflyfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Banded Butterflyfish belong to?
Banded Butterflyfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Banded Butterflyfish belong to?
Banded Butterflyfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Banded Butterflyfish belong to?
Banded Butterflyfish belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
What family does Banded Butterflyfish belong to?
Banded Butterflyfish belongs to the family Chaetodontidae.
What genus does Banded Butterflyfish belong to?
Banded Butterflyfish belongs to the genus Chaetodon.