Western Butterfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Western Butterfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 150 gallons
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other robust, semi-aggressive fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with very small or timid species, or other whiptails unless the tank is very large and offers ample hiding spots.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established marine aquarium with plenty of open swimming space and sandy substrate for foraging. Live rock structures provide shelter. A varied diet of meaty foods is essential.

Water parameters

Temperature

24-28°C (75-82°F)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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