Prognathodes dichrous
| Bastard cunningfish | |
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| Species: | P. dichrous
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| Prognathodes dichrous (Günther, 1869)
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Chaetodon dichrous | |
The bicolor butterflyfish, Prognathodes dichrous, is a species of butterflyfish found in atlantic waters. It is also known as the bastard cunningfish and hedgehog butterflyfish.
Scientific name
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Habitat and range
The bastard cunningfish is limited to the two islands of Saint Helena and Ascension in the mid-Atlantic ridge. It is typically found on rocky reefs, between 12 and 35 metres depth, but is observable from 1 to 12 metres at Hummock Point. In the shallower waters of its range, it can be seen in caves and at the bases of overhangs.[1]
Behaviour
Although rarely seen, Prognathodes dichrous is normally observed in pairs, but can also be found in large groups in deeper reefs.[1]
References
- ^ a b Rocha & Pyle 2010.
- Rocha, L.A.; Pyle, R. (2010). "Progathodes dichrous". The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-4.RLTS.T165690A6093109.en.
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