Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish
NameIndian Vagabond Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon decussatus
Common NamesIndian Vagabond Butterflyfish, Red Sea Vagabond Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginIndian Ocean, Red Sea, Western Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-dwarf), Wrasses, Damselfish, Clownfish, Hawkfish
Description
The Indian Vagabond Butterflyfish is a striking marine fish known for its distinctive dark posterior and yellow-banded fins. It is generally peaceful towards other fish species, making it suitable for a community fish-only tank. While an omnivore, it may nip at corals and anemones, making it not reef-safe.
