The Bank butterflyfish is silverywhite to tan in color, with yellow on all fins except the pectoral fins.[3][4] It also has two sub-vertical dark, brownish, bars: the first on its eyes, following the profile of the face and snout; the second begins at the back of the dorsal fin and extends downward near the tail but does not appear on the caudal fin.[3][4] There is also a yellow band located behind the second dark bar that extends from the fifth spine of the dorsal fin, down to the back of the anal fin. [4]
In regard to conservation, the Bank butterflyfish is not known to be threatened in any way and is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.[1] Though it is harvested for use in salt water aquaria, this commercial use does not appear to negatively impact the global population of the species.[1] The Bank butterflyfish is also not protected by name in any specific legislation, though it is known to inhabit a number of protected areas.[1]
When observed by scuba divers this fish is generally regarded as shy, and it is known to dart into the shelter of reefs upon approach.[3] Once properly sheltered, however, some fish will remain at the entrance to whatever crevice they are using, apparently to watch divers.[3]
^ abcd*Humann, P. Deloach, N. 2002. ReefFish Identification: Florida- Caribbean- Bahamas. New World Publications Inc., Jacksonville, Fl. Third Edition.
^ abcdKells, V. Carpenter, K. 2011. A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes from Maine to Texas. Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore.
