Chaetodon’ is a genus of marine fish known commonly as butterflyfish. They are characterized by their laterally compressed bodies, bright colors, and distinctive patterns. Butterflyfish are commonly found in tropical and subtropical coral reefs and are popular in aquariums due to their vibrant appearance. The name ‘Chaetodon’ comes from the Greek words ‘chaite’ meaning hair and ‘odous’ meaning tooth, referring to the bristle-like teeth that these fish possess.
