Long-Nosed Butterflyfish

Also known as: Forcepsfish

Scientific name: Forcipiger flavissimus

This distinctive fish has a nearly identical close cousin with an even longer nose, which is more rare. The long nose is used to probe coral crevices and cracks for eggs and small invertebrates. They are commonly found in pairs or small groups.

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