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About Golden Butterflyfish
The Golden Butterflyfish displays a striking yellow coloration on the head and anterior body, transitioning to white on the posterior half with distinct black diagonal banding. A characteristic black eye-spot ringed with yellow-orange appears on the dorsal fin. The body is laterally compressed and disc-shaped, typical of the butterflyfish family.
Key facts
- Family
- Chaetodontidae
- Difficulty Level
- The Golden Butterflyfish is moderately challenging, requiring stable water conditions and a mature reef aquarium. While less aggressive than many butterflyfishes, they can nip at certain coral polyps and benefit from established systems with abundant live rock and natural food sources.
- Diet Details
- In captivity, offer a varied diet of high-quality frozen foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood, supplemented with algae-based preparations and quality flake foods. Feed 2-3 times daily in small portions.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Max Size
- 5.5
- Appearance
- The Golden Butterflyfish displays a striking yellow coloration on the head and anterior body, transitioning to white on the posterior half with distinct black diagonal banding. A characteristic black eye-spot ringed with yellow-orange appears on the dorsal fin. The body is laterally compressed and disc-shaped, typical of the butterflyfish family.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, lateral line erosion, feeding reluctance in captivity
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Care Requirements
- • 75+ gallon aquarium minimum (preferably 100+ for longevity) • Stable pH 8.1–8.3, salinity 1.023–1.025, temp 74–78°F • Strong lighting (high PAR) and moderate-to-strong water flow • Requires live rock for grazing and shelter; coral-safe with caution • Varied diet: quality marine flakes, small crustaceans, chopped meaty foods 2–3× daily
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
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