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About Wiebel's Butterflyfish
Wiebel's Butterflyfish displays a distinctive pattern of yellow and white coloration with a dark vertical bar through the eye. The body is predominantly pale yellow on the upper portions, transitioning to white on the lower half, with characteristic dark markings and a black-edged dorsal fin. This small butterflyfish reaches approximately 7 inches in length.
Key facts
- Diet
- omnivore
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Family
- Chaetodontidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Appearance
- Wiebel's Butterflyfish displays a distinctive pattern of yellow and white coloration with a dark vertical bar through the eye. The body is predominantly pale yellow on the upper portions, transitioning to white on the lower half, with characteristic dark markings and a black-edged dorsal fin. This small butterflyfish reaches approximately 7 inches in length.
- Difficulty Level
- Wiebel's Butterflyfish is moderately challenging, requiring stable water conditions, varied diet, and careful observation for parasitic and bacterial infections. This species is less hardy than some butterflyfish and does best in established systems with experienced hobbyists.
- Common Health Issues
- Ich (white spot disease), marine velvet, finrot, parasitic infections
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 75-gallon tank (dedicated; not for small community setups) • Water params: 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.3, SG 1.020–1.025 • Requires varied diet: frozen mysis, brine shrimp, small crustaceans; grazes on corals • Strong water flow & excellent quality essential • Best in pairs or established groups; can be aggressive toward similar species
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
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