Golden Butterflyfish Chaetodon semilarvatus
A majestic Red Sea endemic, this beautiful species can be a bold relatively hardy aquarium fish if acquired as a healthy younger specimen. Smaller individuals acclimate more readily and are more likely to accept substitute foods, while larger fish sometimes refuse aquarium fare or are quite finicky. It requires plenty of swimming room and is best kept with peaceful species. Can be kept in pairs or small groups. Eats stony coral polyps but can be kept with some soft corals.
Individuals vary in their willingness to feed. Offer live black worms, clam on the half shelll, live or frozen mysid shrimp, or vitamin-enriched brine shrimp to induce a feeding response. Once they are eating, vary the diet and include frozen preparations for herbivores.
Size: 9.1 inches
Area of Collection: Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
Reef Suitability: Fair
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