Chaetodon rafflesii Bennett, 1830
Latticed butterflyfish, 18cm

These are moderately uncommon at Kwajalein, usually occurring in pairs on pinnacles and the upper portion of seaward reefs. It has a varied diet reported to consist of hard and soft corals, anemones, and worms.

Created 15 October 2010
Updated 14 October 2012

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