Yellowdotted Butterflyfish / Chaetodon selene

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Yellowdotted Butterflyfish / Chaetodon selene
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SCIENTIFIC NAME –Chaetodon selene

COMMON NAME – Yellowdotted Butterflyfish

SIZE – 6.2" (16 cm)

MIN. AQUARIUM SIZE – 75 US Gal. (284 L)

FOODS AND FEEDING – The Yellowdotted Butterflyfish consumes benthic invertebrates and plant matter. In captivity, offer a varied diet for herbivores.

REEF COMPATIBILITY – With caution.

CAPTIVE CARE – The Yellowdotted Butterflyfish should be kept singly in home aquaria with peaceful tank mates. This species prefers adequate swimming room with plenty of hiding places and temperatures in the range of 72-81 F (22-27 C).
 

High pressure shells: Do you look for signs of stress in the invertebrates in your reef tank?

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