Heniochus Black & White Butterflyfish (Heniochus acuminarua)
Fish in the family Chaetodontidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
A striking black and white butterflyfish with a compressed, disc-shaped body. Characterized by a tall, elongated dorsal fin ray extending above the head, bold black and white banding on the body, and yellow coloration on the dorsal fin base and snout.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed a varied diet of quality marine flakes, small frozen foods (mysis shrimp, chopped fish), and occasional live foods. Offer multiple small meals daily to ensure feeding. Some individuals are slow to acclimate and may require live food initially.
Difficulty and care for the Heniochus Black & White Butterflyfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to Hawaii, including the Great Barrier Reef and Indonesian waters.
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