Exquisite Butterflyfish
NameExquisite Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon austriacus
Common NamesExquisite Butterflyfish, Blacktail Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginRed Sea, Gulf of Aden
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)5.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tangs, Triggerfish (non-aggressive types), Large Gobies, Blennies
Description
The Exquisite Butterflyfish is a stunning marine fish characterized by its bright yellow body adorned with thin black horizontal stripes, a black band through the eye, and black caudal and anal fins edged in white and blue. Native to the Red Sea, this species is known for its specialized diet of coral polyps, making it a challenging fish to keep in a home aquarium.
