French Butterflyfish
NameFrench Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon sedentarius
Common NamesFrench Butterflyfish, Reef Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Bahamas
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
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, Angelfish (larger, dissimilar species), Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Wrasses (non-aggressive types)
Description
The French Butterflyfish is a beautiful marine species characterized by its white body, a black band through the eye, and a broad black vertical band across its mid-body, often with yellow fin edges. Native to the Western Atlantic, it is an omnivore that feeds on small invertebrates and algae. This species requires a mature saltwater aquarium with stable parameters.
