Forceps Butterflyfish
Forcipiger Flavissimus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameForcipiger Flavissimus
Other namesForcepsfish, Longnose Butterflyfish, Yellow Longnose Butterflyfish
SizeUp to 22 cm (8.6 in)
Weight20 - 80 g (.04 - .17 lb)
FamilyButterflyfish / Chaetodontidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, outer reef flats & crests, deep drop offs, caves & ledges,
