Yellowdotted butterflyfish

Species information for the Yellowdotted butterflyfish, in the Butterflys category.

  1. FAMILY - Chactodontidae

    SCIENTIFIC NAME - Chaetodon Selene

    COMMON NAME - Yellowdotted Butterflyfish

    SIZE - 6.2" (16 cm)

    RANGE - Indonesia, Western New Guinea, Souther Japan.

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

    FOODS AND FEEDING - Benthic invertebrates, plant matter

    AQUARIUM SUITABILITY - 6

    REEF COMPATIBILITY - With caution.

    CAPTIVE CARE - Varied diet for herbivores, keep with peaceful tankmates, keep only one per tank, provide adequate swimming room and hiding places, 72-81 F (22-27 C).

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    Last edited by a moderator: Dec 17, 2013
    jhnrb, Jan 24, 2009
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