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Suggested Tank
125+ gallons
Max Size
8 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Pearlscale Butterflyfish, also known as the Yellow-dotted Butterflyfish, is a strikingly beautiful fish with a light yellow body covered in black dots. It has a pearlescent sheen which gives it its name. The edges of its dorsal and anal fins are highlighted in a vibrant yellow.
Reef Safe
No. While it is not aggressive towards other fish, it can harm coral and invertebrates, making it unsuitable for reef aquariums.
Environment
The Pearlscale Butterflyfish thrives in a well-lit aquarium with plenty of hiding spaces. It prefers a tank with plenty of live rock for grazing and hiding. It is important to maintain high water quality as this species is sensitive to poor water conditions.
Behavior
This species is generally peaceful but may become territorial with other butterflyfish. They are known to be active swimmers and are most active during the day.
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Owner Reviews
Christian
@Christian27484
Stunning fish with an orange lower half and latticed pattern. Great addition to any Fowler.
For Sale
Price History
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 3, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Dec 1, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 21, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 21, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 20, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 19, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 18, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 17, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 16, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 15, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 14, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 13, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 12, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 11, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 10, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 9, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 8, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 7, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 6, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
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$ 100.00 | Dr Reefs Quarantined Fish | Nov 5, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 63.00 | Reef Beauties | Sep 29, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterfly (Chaetodon Xanthurus)
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$ 64.00 | Reef Beauties | Sep 21, 2025 | View |
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Pearlscale Butterflyfish
Chaetodon xanthurus
