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Raccoon Butterflyfish

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Raccoon Butterflyfish (kīkākapu)

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Butterflyfish is another colorful and easily recognizable fish in Hawaii. The "fake eyespot" on the tail is to protect the fish from its predators. The Aquarium is located near Diamond Head Crater and operated by University of Hawaii, Manoa on the island of  Oahu. Included in its exhibits are tropical fish within Hawaiian islands and in the tropical Pacific Ocean region, as well as the endangered monk seals.

 

 

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