Orange Butterflyfish (Chaetodon kleini)
Fish in the family Chaetodontidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Scientific nameChaetodon kleini
FamilyChaetodontidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size5.1 in
Minimum tank size70 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
Feeding scheduleFeed 2-3 times daily
Appearance
Small, laterally compressed reef fish with bright orange face, white body with bold black diagonal stripes, and yellow dorsal and anal fins. A distinctive black ocellus bordered in white appears on the rear dorsal fin.
Difficulty and care for the Orange 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 and East Africa to Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef.
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