A greatFoureye Butterfly!
Origin: East Americas

Size info:
Size M: approx. 2.25 – 3.5″

There once was a fish with such charm,
The Foureye Butterfly caused alarm,
With eyes on its side,
It’s quite a sight to abide,
And its diet is coral and algae farm!

The Foureye Butterfly has distinctive eyes, one of which resembles the eye spot of a much larger fish, scaring off potential predators. They are also known for their symbiotic relationship with certain types of cleaner fish who munch on parasites and dead skin that accumulate on the butterfly’s skin.

Keeping Foureye Butterfly in an Aquarium

The Foureye Butterfly (Chaetodon capistratus) is a beautiful and popular saltwater aquarium fish that can be found in the Western Atlantic Ocean, from Florida to Brazil. Here are some things to consider when keeping Foureye Butterfly in an aquarium:

Tank Setup

Foureye Butterfly requires a minimum tank size of 50 gallons, with plenty of hiding places and open swimming space. They prefer a sandy substrate with live rock and coral for grazing and hiding. The water temperature should be maintained between 72-78°F, with a pH of 8.1-8.4, and salinity of 1.020-1.025.

Diet

Foureye Butterfly is omnivorous and feeds on a variety of foods, including algae, small crustaceans, and plankton. In captivity, they can be fed a diet of frozen or live brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, krill, and chopped seafood. It is important to feed them small amounts several times a day rather than one large meal.

Behavior

Foureye Butterfly is a peaceful fish that can be kept with other non-aggressive species. They are active swimmers and enjoy open swimming space. They are also known for their unique defense mechanism, where they flash their false eye spot on their dorsal fin to confuse predators.

Coolest Stuff

• The Foureye Butterfly has a distinctive black spot on its dorsal fin that resembles an eye, which is used to confuse predators and protect itself.
• They are known to form monogamous pairs and can be seen swimming together in the wild and in captivity.
• Foureye Butterfly is a hardy species that can adapt well to captivity if provided with a suitable environment and diet.
• They are popular in the aquarium trade due to their striking colors and unique features.