Chocolate Butterflyfish
NameChocolate Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon robustus
Common NamesChocolate Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginEastern Atlantic, West Africa
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tang, Triggerfish (non-aggressive species), Pufferfish (non-aggressive species), Hawkfish
Description
The Chocolate Butterflyfish is a striking marine fish characterized by its dark brown to black posterior body and a contrasting yellow to white anterior with dark vertical bars. A prominent black bar runs through its eye. This species is known for its hardiness among butterflyfish, but requires a mature saltwater aquarium and is not considered reef-safe.
