Orange Butterflyfish (LiveAquaria)
The Orange Butterflyfish, also known as the Sunburst, Brown, Klein’s, Corallicola, or Blacklip Butterflyfish, is primarily golden-yellow. It may have either a black or a black and blue eye band.
It may be kept in a 120 gallon or larger aquarium with other butterflyfish, including members of its own species, if they were introduced to the tank at the same time. The Orange Butterflyfish is not reef safe since it may eat leather corals and other soft corals. It is an excellent fish for beginners.
The diet should consist of meaty items such as fish, crustaceans, mysis shrimp, and frozen marine preparations. It needs to be fed at least three times daily.
| Approximate Purchase Size | Small: 1″ to 2-1/4″ |
|---|---|
| Medium: 2-1/4″ to 3-1/2″ | |
| Large: 3-1/2″ to 4-1/2″ | |
| XLarge: 4-1/2″ and above |
FAQ
Can the Orange Butterflyfish be kept with other fish in the same tank?
Yes, it can be kept with other butterflyfish, including members of its own species, if they were introduced to the tank at the same time.
Is the Orange Butterflyfish safe for a reef aquarium?
No, the Orange Butterflyfish is not reef safe because it may eat leather corals and other soft corals.
What should I feed my Orange Butterflyfish?
Feed it meaty items such as fish, crustaceans, mysis shrimp, and frozen marine preparations. It should be fed at least three times daily.
Justin Butler –
Easy to care for and very active in the tank. I’ve had it for three months and it’s still eating well. Feeding it mysis shrimp daily keeps it healthy and vibrant.
Emily Alsop –
Good beginner fish with a bright color. It’s not aggressive and stays calm in the community tank. Just make sure to avoid soft corals.
Megan Vance –
The fish arrived healthy and has adapted well to the 120-gallon tank. I feed it three times a day with frozen shrimp and it’s very active and curious.