Prognathodes dichrous
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P. dichrous
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| Prognathodes dichrous (Günther, 1869)
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Chaetodon dichrous |
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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
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