Golden
Semilarvatus Butterflyfish
One of
only a few Butterfly Fish For a Reef Tank !
Description: The Semilarvatus or Golden
Butterflyfish, Chaetodon semilarvatus, is often found living
on or around the reefs of the Indian Ocean and Red Sea. Members
of the genus Chaetodon make gorgeous inhabitants of fish only
aquariums. Soft Corals and most Invertebrates should do fine
with the Butterflyfish, but it may likely decimate Stony Corals,
as they are a part of its natural diet. Peaceful or non-aggressive
tankmates are recommended to reduce stress on the Butterfly.
When Butterflyfish are first introduced to the aquarium, they
may refuse to eat. Should the fish continue this behavior for
three or more days, live food should be offered (if not from
the beginning). Food soaked in a garlic product will often entice
the Butterfly to eat. Another useful method to encourage some
Butterflyfish to eat is to place their food inside of a coral
skeleton. Groupings of Butterflyfish can be introduced simultaneously
in the same aquarium, making a stunning display. It is best to
make sure that the fish have plenty of aquarium space each when
adding a group. Live Rock and multiple places to hide also helps
to reduce stress in a group introduction situation.
Recommended
tank size:A minimum of a
90 gallon tank is necessary. Provide plenty of hiding places
such as caves and live rock for grazing.
Reef Compatibility: One of few butterflies considered totally reef
safe.
Food and
diet: Carnivorous, feed marine
fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp and frozen preparations.
Feed several times daily.
Level of
Care: Moderate
Acclimaton Time:
3+ hours
Special Order: This is a special order item. Special order items
cannot be canceled once you submit your order.
Approximate
Purchase Size: Small:
1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 4"; Large:
4" to 6" |
Starting at $129.99
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Moorish
Idol
Description:The moorish idol got
its name from the Moors of Africa, who purportedly believe(d)
the fish to be a bringer of happiness. Moorish idols are also
popular aquarium fish, but despite their popularity.With distinctively
compressed and disk-like bodies, moorish idols stand out in contrasting
bands of black, white and yellow which make them attractive to
aquarium keepers. The fish have relatively small fins, except
for the dorsal fin whose 6 or 7 spines are dramatically elongated
to form a trailing, sickle-shaped crest called the philomantis
extension. Moorish idols have small terminal mouths at the end
of long, tubular snouts; many long bristle-like teeth line the
mouth. The eyes are set high on the fish's deeply-keeled bodies;
in adults, perceptible bumps are located above each. The anal
fin may have 2 or 3 spines. Moorish idols reach a maximum length
of 23 centimeters (9.1 in). The sickle-like dorsal spines shorten
with age.
Recommended
tank size:A minimum of a
125 gallon tank is necessary. Provide plenty of hiding places
such as caves and live rock for grazing.
Food and
diet: algae
and sponge. Then offer a varied diet of finely chopped meaty
items, mysid shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, Spirulina,
and algae. It should be fed several times a day.
Reef Compatibility: This species feeds on a wide-range of
invertebrates, including some of the species we attempt to maintain
in the reef tank.
Level of
Care: Moderate
Acclimaton Time:
3+ hours
Approximate
Purchase Size: Small:
1-1/2" to 2-1/2"; Medium: 2-1/2" to 4"; Large:
4" to 6" |
Starting at $49.99
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Copperband Butterflyfish
Identification:
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
Acclimaton Time:
3+ hours
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" |
Starting at $39.99
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