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Raffles Butterflyfish
Raffles Butterflyfish
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£36.00 GBP
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£36.00 GBP
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Raffles Butterflyfish
Chaetodon rafflesii
Origin: Indo-Pacific – Sri Lanka to Indonesia, north to southern Japan, south to Great Barrier Reef
Size: Up to 18 cm
Reef Compatibility:
Diet: Omnivore – feeds on coral polyps, algae, and small invertebrates in the wild; in captivity accepts mysis, brine, and marine omnivore preparations.
Care Level: Moderate – requires frequent feeding and excellent water quality.
Aggression: Peaceful – generally suitable for community tanks with non-aggressive species.
Captive-Bred Available: ❌ No
Notes:
The Raffles Butterflyfish, also called the Latticed Butterflyfish, is an attractive species with a yellow body, dark lattice-like patterning, and a black eyestripe. It is not considered reef-safe due to its natural feeding on coral polyps, though it thrives in fish-only systems with plenty of swimming space. Provide a varied diet and a well-established tank for long-term success.
Why We Like It:
With its bold lattice pattern and vibrant yellow colour, the Raffles Butterflyfish brings elegance and movement to a marine display. A peaceful species that does well in community aquariums, it makes an eye-catching addition to fish-only or FOWLR systems.
Chaetodon rafflesii
Origin: Indo-Pacific – Sri Lanka to Indonesia, north to southern Japan, south to Great Barrier Reef
Size: Up to 18 cm
Reef Compatibility:
- Small Fish Safe: ✅ Yes
- Invert Safe: ✅ Yes
- Coral Safe: ❌ No – will nip at corals and some sessile invertebrates
Diet: Omnivore – feeds on coral polyps, algae, and small invertebrates in the wild; in captivity accepts mysis, brine, and marine omnivore preparations.
Care Level: Moderate – requires frequent feeding and excellent water quality.
Aggression: Peaceful – generally suitable for community tanks with non-aggressive species.
Captive-Bred Available: ❌ No
Notes:
The Raffles Butterflyfish, also called the Latticed Butterflyfish, is an attractive species with a yellow body, dark lattice-like patterning, and a black eyestripe. It is not considered reef-safe due to its natural feeding on coral polyps, though it thrives in fish-only systems with plenty of swimming space. Provide a varied diet and a well-established tank for long-term success.
Why We Like It:
With its bold lattice pattern and vibrant yellow colour, the Raffles Butterflyfish brings elegance and movement to a marine display. A peaceful species that does well in community aquariums, it makes an eye-catching addition to fish-only or FOWLR systems.
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