Andaman Butterflyfish (Chaetodon andaman)
Fish in the family Chaetodontidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Andaman Butterflyfish is a small, disc-shaped fish with predominantly yellow coloration on the head and body, accented by white markings and black bars or stripes, particularly visible on the dorsal and anal fins. Like other butterflyfishes, it has a slender snout adapted for picking food from crevices in the reef.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality preparations including meaty foods (brine shrimp, mysis shrimp) and vegetable matter. Offer multiple small feedings daily to replicate natural feeding behavior in the reef environment.
Difficulty and care for the Andaman Butterflyfish
The Andaman Butterflyfish is moderately difficult to keep, requiring stable reef conditions and a varied diet to thrive in captivity. Success depends on proper acclimation, careful feeding, and a well-established aquarium with adequate rock and hiding spaces.
Common health issues
Parasitic infections, poor feeding response, lateral line erosion, bacterial infections
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, specifically found in the Andaman Sea and surrounding waters of Southeast Asia, including areas around Thailand, Myanmar, and the Andaman Islands.
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