Black Pyramid Butterflyfish
NameBlack Pyramid Butterflyfish
Scientific NameHemitaurichthys zoster
Common NamesBlack Pyramid Butterflyfish, Brown-and-white Butterflyfish, Zoster Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginIndian Ocean, East Africa, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Andaman Sea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-aggressive), Wrasses, Gobies, Damselfish (non-aggressive), Clownfish
Description
The Black Pyramid Butterflyfish is a beautiful and active species known for its distinctive dark head, broad white mid-body band, and brownish-orange posterior. It is a planktivore that thrives in a well-established reef or fish-only aquarium with plenty of swimming space. While generally peaceful, it can be territorial with other butterflyfish.
