Indian Redfin Butterflyfish
NameIndian Redfin Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon trifasciatus
Common NamesMelon Butterflyfish, Redfin Butterflyfish, Indian Redfin Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Indian Ocean, Red Sea, Western Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)74-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tangs, Damsels (non-aggressive), Triggerfish (non-aggressive), Other non-corallivorous Butterflyfish (with caution)
Description
The Indian Redfin Butterflyfish is a beautiful marine species characterized by its yellow body adorned with numerous thin, vertical blue lines and a prominent black bar through the eye. Its fins display vibrant orange and black markings, notably a reddish-orange caudal fin. This species is primarily corallivorous in the wild, making it challenging to keep in a reef aquarium.
