Lunula Butterflyfish

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:adaptation adapted to avoid predators.
gptkbp:adult_plumage different coloration than adults
gptkbp:average_temperature 24-28° C
gptkbp:behavior territorial
often seen in small groups
gptkbp:breeding_season courtship displays observed
during warmer months
gptkbp:challenges sensitive to water quality changes
gptkbp:character_traits active swimmers
gptkbp:color yellow and black
can change color when stressed
camouflage among corals
bright yellow with black markings
some have more black than yellow
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Lunula_Butterflyfish
gptkbp:conservation_efforts protected in some marine reserves
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cuisine flakes, pellets, and frozen food
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in marine art
gptkbp:diet zooplankton
primarily feeds on coral polyps
gptkbp:distribution Indo-Pacific region
gptkbp:ecological_role important for coral reef ecosystems
gptkbp:egg_color spawns in open water
gptkbp:family gptkb:Chaetodontidae
gptkbp:fins dorsal and anal fins are elongated
gptkbp:fishing_regulations overfishing in some areas
gptkbp:foraging_behavior multiple times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity minimum 100 gallons recommended
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Chaetodon
gptkbp:habitat coral reefs
prefers shallow waters near reefs
5-30 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lunula Butterflyfish
gptkbp:larval_stage larvae drift in ocean currents
gptkbp:level 8.1-8.4
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:local_names varies by region
gptkbp:migration seasonal migrations observed
gptkbp:mimicry some species mimic other fish
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_focus indicator species for reef health
gptkbp:size up to 15 cm
gptkbp:social_structure often found in pairs
gptkbp:species gptkb:Chaetodon_lunula
not commonly bred in captivity
part of a complex of similar species
gptkbp:status studied for ecological roles
gptkbp:sugar_content marine water
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with cleaner wrasses
often associates with anemones
gptkbp:tank_mates peaceful species recommended
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends feeding areas
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on requires reef tank
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Chaetodon_lunula
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5