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Suggested Tank
125+ gallons
Max Size
7 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A deep-bodied butterflyfish with a dark brown-to-black body covered in light-tipped scales, a black-and-white banded 'mask' across the face, and a broad red band on the tail. Generally peaceful and active, it does best in a large fish-only or FOWLR system of 125 gallons or more with abundant live rock for grazing and open water for swimming; a single specimen or a bonded pair introduced together works best, as conspecifics may quarrel. It is an obligate-leaning corallivore in the wild, so it will nip stony corals, soft corals, and other sessile invertebrates, and newly imported fish often need coaxing onto prepared foods with live mysis, clams, or frozen preparations.
Reef Safe
No
Environment
This species prefers a well-lit tank with plenty of hiding spots. It is important to provide plenty of swimming space.
Behavior
The Pakistan Butterflyfish is a peaceful species that can be kept with a variety of other fish. However, it may become territorial if kept with other butterflyfish.
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Christian
@Christian27484
Stunning fish, very different in color from many other fish which makes it a stand out addition to any fowlr aquarium.
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