Chelmon Rostratus

Added a new fish for the prodigal cube. Chelmon Rostratus aka Copperband Butterfly Fish


Been a big fan of Copperband. My second attempt. The first one got hold in Bangkok Airport I bought in Hongkong and a I quick transfer in Bangkok Airport on the way back to Dubai. Custom stopped me saying it is not allowed on board. (Didn't see that happening)

Got this specimen in our local LFS: from their Sri Lanka shipment. I have been delving infos on how to take care of them and I'm quite hesitant since this fish is very delicate and very difficult to start feeding. Luckily, the one I have is now finally feeding on frozen mysis. I'll give him a few more weeks to fatten up in the sump before moving him as the central feature of the prodigal cube.

here's more info on them: liveaquaria.

QUICK STATS

Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons Care Level: Difficult Temperament: Peaceful Reef Compatible: With Caution Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 Max. Size: 8" Color Form: Orange, White, Yellow Diet: Carnivore Compatibility: View Chart Origin: Australia, Indo-Pacific, Melanesia, Papua New Guinea, Singapore Family: Chaetodontidae