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	Copperband Butterfly - Chelmon rostratus
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Main Features Copperband Butterfly - Chelmon rostratusAlso known as: Copperband Butterflyfish, Beaked Coralfish Maximum Size: the Chelmon rostratus grows up to 8 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 Copperband Butterfly prefers a tank of at least 80 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Chelmon rostratus is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of meaty treats. Level of Care: The Copperband Butterfly is a medium maintenance fish. Behavior: The Copperband 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: This species is covered by our Arrive Alive gurantee only on the medium & large sizes. Our Arrive Alive guarantee is not available on the small size because the small size is a delicate shipper. The Copperband Butterfly is often purchased to help eradicate Aiptasia Anemones in the Reef Aquarium. Chelmon rostratus, (Linnaeus 1758), the Copperband Butterflyfish or Beaked Coralfish. The Copperband Butterfly is also known to pick at most Large Polyp Stony coral polyps, Feather Dusters and Fanworms as food. 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 Write a review 23 of 29 people found the following review helpful: