Butterflyfish - Melon

Melon Butterfly Scientific Name: Chaetodon trifasciatus

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Alternative Name

Melon Butterfly Scientific Name: Chaetodon trifasciatus

Basic Info

This butterfly feeds solely on living corals and is extremely difficult to keep in captivity. The clue to this is its short nose. The rule of thumb here regarding the length of the nose of a butterfly fish certainly applies here. Butterfly fish with short noses are more likely to feed on living corals and butterfly fish with long noses are more likely to feed on small isopods and copepods.

Health

N/A

Habitat

Saltwater fish

Behavior

The Melon Butterfly is one of a more beautifully colored butterfly fish in the world. Unfortunately the beautiful coloration of the Melon Butterfly leads to its continued importation for the pet trade. It is advised not to attempt to keep this butterfly fish in captivity unless you have a great deal of expertise.

Origin

Indo-Pacific

History

The Melon Butterfly Fish is found throughout the tropical Pacific Ocean and is seen occasionally in pet stores.

Common Foods

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