Teardrop Butterflyfish
NameTeardrop Butterflyfish
Scientific NameChaetodon unimaculatus
Common NamesTeardrop Butterflyfish, One-spot Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)6.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Hawkfish, Pufferfish (non-aggressive species), Triggerfish (non-aggressive species), Wrasse (larger species)
Description
The Teardrop Butterflyfish is a striking marine fish characterized by its bright yellow and white body, featuring a distinctive black teardrop-shaped spot on its flank. It also displays a black bar through its eye and a black band on its caudal fin. This species is not considered reef-safe as it will consume coral polyps.
