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Orbicular batfish

Distribution : Red Sea, Indian Ocean and tropical Pacific, including Raja Ampat.

Orbicular batfish invite us to follow a fish whose shelters change through life. Adults occupy reefs including depths of 5–35 metres; juveniles also live closer to the surface.

Habitat of Orbicular batfish Habitat
Coral reef, Rocky habitat
Depth range of Orbicular batfish Depth
5-35 m
Biological group of Orbicular batfish Group
Ecological role of Orbicular batfish Role
Predator, Herbivore

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

The body is tall and rounded, sometimes very dark. Pelvic fins are black with a yellow base, while other fins have dark margins. Body diameter may reach 60 cm.

WHERE DOES IT LIVE?

Adults live in lagoons and on reef slopes. Juveniles also occupy shallow sheltered waters and mangroves, where their appearance resembles a leaf.

WHAT DOES IT EAT?

Its varied diet includes algae, invertebrates and small fish. This does not mean that every neighbouring reef species is prey.

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