Chaetodon kleinii
| Identification | A golden-brown body crossed by faint pale bands, with a dark eye bar and yellow dorsal and anal fins. One of the hardiest and most reef-tolerant butterflies. |
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| Maximum Length | 5.9″ |
| Origin | Indo-Pacific & Red Sea |
| Minimum Tank Size | 75 Gallon |
| Reef Compatibility | With caution. Among the more reef-tolerant butterflies; may nip soft coral polyps and zoanthids but is often left with SPS. |
Behavior
Peaceful, hardy and adaptable — an excellent first butterflyfish. Accepts a wide range of foods quickly and settles into community life well.
Diet & Feeding
Mysis, enriched brine, frozen preparations and marine algae; feeds readily.
Cautions
Naturally grazes on soft corals and Xenia in the wild.