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About Threadfin Butterflyfish
The Threadfin Butterflyfish is a deep-bodied fish with predominantly yellow coloration on the head and body, accented with black and white diagonal stripes. A distinctive black eye-band runs vertically through the eye, and elongated dorsal fin rays extend beyond the body like threads, giving the species its common name.
Key facts
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Appearance
- The Threadfin Butterflyfish is a deep-bodied fish with predominantly yellow coloration on the head and body, accented with black and white diagonal stripes. A distinctive black eye-band runs vertically through the eye, and elongated dorsal fin rays extend beyond the body like threads, giving the species its common name.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Family
- Chaetodontidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 75 gallon tank • Maintain temperature 72–78°F • Keep salinity 1.023–1.025 SG • Requires well-established reef with stable conditions and hiding places among corals • Feed varied omnivorous diet 2–3 times daily; may be reluctant to accept food initially • Generally peaceful but may nip at small crustaceans and some soft corals; observe behavior closely
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate difficulty. The Threadfin Butterflyfish is hardier than many butterflies but can be sensitive to poor water quality and sudden environmental changes. Requires a well-established reef with stable parameters.
- Diet Details
- Feed a varied omnivorous diet including mysis shrimp, copepods, small crustaceans, and quality prepared foods. In captivity, offer a mix of frozen and dried foods supplemented with occasional vegetable matter to mimic their natural grazing behavior.
- Max Size
- 9
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