Horned Bannerfish

Heniochus varius
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Black to brown bodied with two distinct white lines, one running from the beginning of the dorsal fin down to the chest and the second from the top of the dorsal fin down to the caudal peduncle. The dorsal fin usually displayed as a yellowish colour. A little black horn evident just above each eye. Found in pairs or small schools along coastal reefs in coral rich habitats.

Size: 20cm (maximum)

Diet: Invertebrates , corals

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Left: John Natoli
Centre: Tony Wigmore
Right: Kieren Curry
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