Punctado Butterflyfish

Punctado Butterflyfish: A Graceful and Intricate Swimmer

The Punctado Butterflyfish (Chaetodon punctatofasciatus), also known as the Spot-banded Butterflyfish, is a graceful and distinctive species that adds an elegant touch to any marine aquarium. Its striking appearance features a beautiful light-colored body with a captivating pattern of dark vertical bands and horizontal lines of small spots. This fish is known for its peaceful temperament with other fish and its graceful swimming, making it an excellent candidate for a community tank with other non-aggressive species.

Why the Punctado Butterflyfish is a Great Choice:

• Unique Appearance: Its intricate pattern makes it an attractive and eye-catching inhabitant.
• Generally Peaceful: It is a great community fish that can coexist with a variety of other species without issues.
• Active and Engaging: This species is a resilient fish that will constantly swim and forage, adding life and energy to your tank.
• Hardy and Resilient: A great choice for intermediate aquarists, this species is known for its durability.

Important Note: The Punctado Butterflyfish is not considered reef-safe. Its diet in the wild consists of various stony and soft corals, and it will often nip at and consume corals, especially when a proper diet is not provided. It is best suited for a fish-only or fish-only-with-live-rock aquarium.

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Chaetodon punctatofasciatus
• Origin: Indo-Pacific Reefs
• Max Size: 5 inches
• Lifespan: 5 years or more
• Diet: Carnivore. A varied diet of meaty foods such as frozen shrimp, clams, and other invertebrates.
• Shipping Size: 2-5 inches