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About Spotted Butterflyfish
A striking butterflyfish with a white or cream body densely covered with small black or dark brown spots throughout. The head and fins display similar spotted patterning, and a dark bar runs through the eye. Adults reach approximately 6 inches and have the characteristic deep, compressed body shape typical of Chaetodon butterflyfish.
Key facts
- Appearance
- A striking butterflyfish with a white or cream body densely covered with small black or dark brown spots throughout. The head and fins display similar spotted patterning, and a dark bar runs through the eye. Adults reach approximately 6 inches and have the characteristic deep, compressed body shape typical of Chaetodon butterflyfish.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, fin rot, parasitic infections, poor feeding response in captivity
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Diet Details
- In captivity, feed a varied diet of high-quality frozen foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood, supplemented with small amounts of marine flakes and nori. Offer food 2–3 times daily in small portions.
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including the Great Barrier Reef, Indonesia, Philippines, and extending from the Red Sea to the central Pacific. Found on coral and rocky reefs at depths of 10–80 meters.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate care requirement. The Spotted Butterflyfish adapts reasonably well to captivity but can be finicky feeders and may show signs of stress during acclimation. Requires stable water conditions and a well-established tank with diverse feeding opportunities.
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Family
- Chaetodontidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-79°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Diet
- omnivore
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