Chaetodon punctatofasciatus
| Identification | A yellow-orange body with rows of small dark spots along the upper body and dark vertical dashes below, plus orange bands on the face and rear. Also called the Dot-and-Dash butterfly. |
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| Maximum Length | 4.7″ |
| Origin | Western Pacific |
| Minimum Tank Size | 75 Gallon |
| Reef Compatibility | Not reef safe. Grazes coral polyps, tubeworms and small crustaceans. |
Behavior
Active and generally peaceful, but can squabble with similar butterflies — provide plenty of rockwork. Moderately hardy; choose feeding specimens.
Diet & Feeding
Mysis, enriched brine, frozen coral/butterfly foods, clam and chopped seafood, several times daily.
Cautions
A coral polyp feeder — not reef safe.