Spot-tail Butterflyfish
NameSpot-tail Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon ocellicaudus
Common NamesSpot-tail Butterflyfish, Yellow-tailed Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
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 SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-aggressive species), Damselfish (non-aggressive species), Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies
Description
The Spot-tail Butterflyfish is a vibrant marine fish characterized by its bright yellow body, white mid-section with dark vertical stripes, and a distinctive black spot on its caudal peduncle. It is a graceful swimmer and adds a splash of color to a FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) aquarium. This species is not considered reef-safe as it will nip at corals.
