These batfish have extremely elongated dorsal and anal fins,hence the name ‘longfin’;, and yellow tails which become relatively shorter with age. Adult batfish can grow up to 60cm (24 inches) from the tip of their dorsal fin to the tip of the anal fin. .
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Longfin batfish are extremely peaceful and social fish. They often form schools with others of their species, just like us forming our own cliques!