Crosshatch Butterflyfish
NameCrosshatch Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon xanthurus
Common NamesCrosshatch Butterflyfish, Pearlscale Butterflyfish, Yellow-tailed Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)5.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-Chaetodon), Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Hawkfish, Fairy Wrasses
Description
The Crosshatch Butterflyfish (*Chaetodon xanthurus*) is a striking marine fish recognized by its white body with a distinctive black crosshatch pattern and bright yellow fins. This semi-aggressive omnivore requires a mature saltwater aquarium of at least 75 gallons with stable parameters. While beautiful, it is not considered reef-safe as it will nip at corals and other sessile invertebrates.
