Gold Rim Butterfly

Gold Rim Butterflyfish

Scientific Name: Chaetodon aureofasciatus

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: With caution – may eat small ornamental shrimp

Coral Safe: No – will nip at LPS, SPS, and soft corals

Adult Size: Up to 12 cm

Diet: Omnivore – eats frozen food, sponge-based diets, and may graze coral polyps

Why We Like It:

Delicate and rare in the trade, the Gold Rim Butterflyfish features a soft golden band behind the eye and subtle patterning. Best suited to FOWLR systems, it’s a graceful swimmer with a peaceful nature. Requires excellent water quality and a varied diet to thrive.