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Western Butterflyfish / Chaetodon assarius
SCIENTIFIC NAME –Chaetodon assarius
COMMON NAME – Western Butterflyfish
SIZE – 5.1" (13 cm)
MIN. AQUARIUM SIZE – 55 US Gal. (208 L)
FOODS AND FEEDING – The Western Butterflyfish consumes algae and zooplankton in the wild. In captivity, offer a varied diet for omnivores.
REEF COMPATIBILITY – With caution.
CAPTIVE CARE – The Western Butterflyfish should be kept singly in home aquaria. This species acclimates well to captivity, requiring an environment with peaceful tank mates, adequate swimming room, several places to hide, and temperatures in the range of 66-78 F (19-26 C). For long term success, maintain at cooler temperatures.
SCIENTIFIC NAME –Chaetodon assarius
COMMON NAME – Western Butterflyfish
SIZE – 5.1" (13 cm)
MIN. AQUARIUM SIZE – 55 US Gal. (208 L)
FOODS AND FEEDING – The Western Butterflyfish consumes algae and zooplankton in the wild. In captivity, offer a varied diet for omnivores.
REEF COMPATIBILITY – With caution.
CAPTIVE CARE – The Western Butterflyfish should be kept singly in home aquaria. This species acclimates well to captivity, requiring an environment with peaceful tank mates, adequate swimming room, several places to hide, and temperatures in the range of 66-78 F (19-26 C). For long term success, maintain at cooler temperatures.
