Threebanded Butterflyfish (Chaetodon humeralis)
Fish in the family Chaetodontidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Chaetodon humeralis is a laterally compressed, deep-bodied butterflyfish with white-to-yellow coloration marked by three distinctive dark brown or black diagonal bands running vertically along the body. The snout is pointed, and the dorsal and anal fins are banded to match the body pattern.
Difficulty and care for the Threebanded Butterflyfish
Moderately challenging for hobbyists. This species requires stable reef conditions, varied diet, and adequate space. It is less hardy than some other butterflyfish but more robust than obligate corallivores if provided appropriate care.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Great Barrier Reef to the Philippines and Indonesia.
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