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Dot Dash Butterfly
Chaetodon punctatofasciatus
| Chaetodon punctatofasciatus, Cuvier 1831, the Spot-Banded Butterflyfish. Eats most foods… including coral polyps in reef tanks. |
| Maximum Size: the Chaetodon punctatofasciatus grows up to 5 inches. Minimum Tank Size: The Dot Dash Butterfly prefers a tank of at least 60 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Chaetodon punctatofasciatus is a omnivore and likes to eat variety of foods (meats & veggies). Level of Care: The Dot Dash Butterfly is a low maintenance fish. Behavior: The Dot Dash Butterfly may act peacefully toward other fish. Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F). Range: Indo-Pacific. |