Copperband Butterflyfish

Chelmon rostratus

Copperband Butterflyfish is also known as the Beaked Butterflyfish, Beaked Coralfish, or Orange Stripe Butterflyfish. It is best housed in very large reefs, or in peaceful community tanks. It has yellow-orange vertical bands with a black edging.

COMMON NAME:		Copperband Butterflyfish
SCIENTIFIC NAME:		Chelmon rostratus
SIZE AVAILABLE:		~2 inches
MINIMUM TANK SIZE:		50 gallons
FOOD/DIET:		Omnivore
CARE LEVEL:		Moderately difficult
REEF SAFE:		No. Will eat reef inhabitants.
AVAILABILITY:		Most always available - 99%