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Copperband Butterfly - Chelmon rostratus

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The Copperband Butterflyfish, Chelmon rostratus, also commonly called the Beak Coralfish, is found in reefs in both the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
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The Copperband Butterflyfish, Chelmon rostratus, also commonly called the Beak Coralfish, is found in reefs in both the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

This butterflyfish is one of the three species in the genus Chelmon, all being known for having longer beaks.

These fish are easily identified by the yellow banding and long snout, juveniles being similar to adults.

Copperband butterflyfish can grow to 8 inches but in a home aquarium are usually found at half that size.

They do well at a normal reef temperature range of 75 to 84 °F , with a tank size of at least 75 gallons with lots of live rock to graze on.

This species can be considered reef safe. It will eat many invertebrates, including parasitic forms such as Calliactis parasitica and common glass anemone (aiptasia) .

This is not a recommended fish for inexperienced aquarists, as it requires excellent tank conditions to thrive or even survive.


Minimum tank size: 50 Gallon


Feeding and Diet:

The Copperband Butterflyfish is a difficult fish to get to start feeding. Offer a varied diet including crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp and frozen preparations.


Reef Compatibility:

As a rule it is generally reef safe, but nothing is 100%. Good to control aiptasia & glass anemones. Most individuals can be kept in a reef tank with most soft corals and small-polyped stony corals, although some may nip at shrimp and fan worms.


Level of Care: Moderate


Approximate Purchase Size:

Small: 1-1/2" to 2 1/4"; Medium: 2-1/4" to 3 1/2";

 Large: 3 1/2" to 4 1/2"

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