Bluestripe Butterflyfish
NameBluestripe Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon fremblii
Common NamesBluestripe Butterflyfish, Bluestripe Butterfly, Hawaiian Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginPacific Ocean, Hawaii
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)70
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Clownfish, Damselfish (non-aggressive types), Gobies, Blennies, Wrasses
Description
The Bluestripe Butterflyfish is a striking marine fish, easily recognized by its bright yellow body adorned with numerous horizontal blue stripes. Native to the waters around Hawaii, it is a relatively hardy butterflyfish that can adapt well to a mature reef or fish-only-with-live-rock aquarium. While generally peaceful, it can exhibit territorial behavior towards other butterflyfish or similar-looking species.
