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	Pearlscale Butterfly - Chaetodon xanthurus
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Pearlscale Butterfly - Chaetodon xanthurusAlso known as: Yellow-Tail Butterflyfish Maximum Size: the Chaetodon xanthurus grows up to 6 inches. General Size Specifications: The small size will come to you generally 1 to 2 inches; the medium generally 3 to 4 inches; the large generally 5 to 6 inches not including the caudal fin. Minimum Tank Size: The Pearlscale Butterfly prefers a tank of at least 60 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Chaetodon xanthurus is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of foods (meats & veggies). Level of Care: The Pearlscale Butterfly is a medium maintenance fish. Behavior: The Pearlscale Butterfly may act peacefully toward other fish. Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F). Range: Indo-Pacific. General Notes: Chaetodon xanthurus, Bleeker 1857, the Pearlscale or Yellow-Tail (though it`s more orange) Butterflyfish. A generalized feeder on benthic invertebrates and algae. Note cross-hatch pattern compared with C. mertensii and the Red Sea`s C. paucifasciatus. Not reef safe as it is know to pick at coral polyps, fanworms and feather dusters. Note: Due to variations among each species, livestock may not look identical to the image provided. Expect diversity since each animal is unique in color, texture and shape. Customer Reviews Do you have experience with Pearlscale Butterfly - Chaetodon xanthurus ? Be 1st to review