Four-eyed Butterflyfish
NameFour-eyed Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon capistratus
Common NamesFour-eyed Butterflyfish, Foureye Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
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 SpeciesDamselfish, Angelfish (non-aggressive), Tang (non-aggressive), Hawkfish, Gobies, Blennies
Description
The Four-eyed Butterflyfish is a distinctive marine fish known for the large, black, white-ringed 'eyespot' near its tail, which serves to confuse predators. Its body is silvery-white with diagonal dark lines and a black bar through its true eye. This species is a beautiful addition to a FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) aquarium.
