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Four-eyed Butterflyfish

Chaetodon capistratus

Taxonomy

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

About

The foureye butterflyfish (Chaetodon capistratus) is a butterflyfish (family Chaetodontidae). It is alternatively called the four-eyed butterflyfish. This species is found in the Western Atlantic from Massachusetts, USA and Bermuda to the West Indies and northern South America.

Frequently Asked Questions

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