About Chaetodon baronessa Cuvier, 1829
Scientific and Common Name
This species, Chaetodon baronessa Cuvier, 1829, commonly called the eastern triangle butterflyfish, reaches a maximum total length of 16 cm.
Body Pattern
Its body is marked with a pattern of alternating chevron-shaped bars in cream and shades ranging from grey-brown to purple.
Head Markings
Three dark bars run across its head, with one of these bars passing directly through the eye.
Habitat
The eastern triangle butterflyfish inhabits seaward coral reefs and lagoon coral reefs.
Behavior
Individuals typically swim in pairs and are territorial.
Diet
This species feeds exclusively on the polyps of tubular Acropora corals.
