Indian Teardrop Butterflyfish
NameIndian Teardrop Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon interruptus
Common NamesIndian Teardrop Butterflyfish, Teardrop Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginIndian Ocean, East Africa, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-aggressive), Clownfish, Damselfish (non-aggressive), Hawkfish, Gobies, Blennies
Description
The Indian Teardrop Butterflyfish is a vibrant yellow fish with a distinctive black teardrop-shaped spot on its flank and a black bar through its eye. It is a beautiful addition to a mature reef or fish-only aquarium, though it may nip at some corals. This species requires a varied diet and excellent water quality to thrive.
