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Tall fin batfish

Scientific name: Platax teira

Size: Up to 2 feet

Color: Gray, black and yellow

Distinguishing feature: At least two black vertical stripes, black spot located in front of anal fin often yellow

Where did we see it: Bali and Gili, Zanzibar, Thailand, Mayotte, Maldives, Raja Ampat

Tall fin batfish of Maldives

Tall fin batfish

Scientific name: Platax teira

Size: Up to 2 feet

Color: Gray, black and yellow

Distinguishing feature: At least two black vertical stripes, black spot located in front of anal fin often yellow

Where did we see it: Bali and Gili, Zanzibar, Thailand, Mayotte, Maldives, Raja Ampat

In detail

Batfish is often found in pairs or shoals of about ten individuals.

It is a very curious animal that doesn't hesitate to approach divers.

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