Exquisite Butterflyfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Exquisite Butterflyfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 120 gallons (450 liters)
• Compatibility: Generally peaceful with other non-aggressive fish. May nip at corals and sessile invertebrates, making it unsuitable for most reef tanks. Best kept singly or as a confirmed pair.
• Special requirements: Requires a mature, well-established aquarium with ample live rock for grazing and hiding. Excellent water quality is paramount. Provide a varied diet of high-quality frozen foods, including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood, supplemented with marine flakes or pellets. Due to its specialized diet and delicate nature, it is recommended for experienced aquarists only.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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