What animals are prey to the reef butterfly-fish?

The reef butterflyfish primarily preys on small invertebrates, particularly crustaceans like shrimp and small polychaete worms. They also consume coral polyps and other small organisms found among the reefs. Their feeding strategy involves using their elongated snouts to extract food from crevices and coral structures. This diet makes them an important part of the reef ecosystem, contributing to the control of invertebrate populations.