Punctato Butterfly

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Latin Name: Chaetodon punctatofasciatus
Common Name(s): Dot and Dash Butterfly, Spotband Butterfly
Difficulty: Expert
Temperament: Peaceful
Adult Full Size: 5"
Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
Reef Safe: No
UV Required: Highly Recommended
Protein Skimmer Required: Highly Recommended
Foods: 1.7mm ABN Chromo Pellets, Trifecta, Brine, Mysis, Bloodworm, R.O.E., Angel & Butterfly Mix, Seaweed, Reef Frenzy

Description: The Punctato Butterfly is a species for veteran aquarist. This fish originates from the Indo-Pacific and is characterized by its yellow color. The Punctato Butterfly also sports an orange band on its caudal, peduncle region. Unlike its similar cousin, the Pelewensis Butterfly, this fish's black striping pattern forms vertically, while the Pelewensis Butterfly's striping is in a diagonal pattern. A UV sterilizer and protein skimmer are a must to prevent parasitic and bacterial infections. In the right set-up these fish are active, sociable and peaceful. This species is not suitable for reef tanks as they will nip on corals.