Zoster Butterflyfish

The natural zooplankton diet of this fish makes this a good inhabitant for the reef tank. If hungry it may occasionally nip soft corals, inparticular xeniid corals. Needs an open reef tank with plenty of swimming space. Also best kept as a minimum of two.

Common Name(s): Zoster Butterflyfish
Scientific/Other Name(s) : Hemitaurichthys zoster
Care Level : Medium
Maximum Size: 6"
Minimum Tank Size: 100 gallons
Reef Safe: Yes (with minor caution)
Feeding Requirements: Feeds mainly on zooplankton. Feed meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, krill, plankton. Will accept flake.
Temperament / Behavior: Peaceful
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