Raccoon Butterflyfish
Chaetodon lunula
What you need to keep a Raccoon Butterflyfish
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Seachem Reef Carbonate
From R161Sizes
Seachem Ammonia Alert
R267
Seachem Reef Iron
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Seachem Reef Phosphorus
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pH
8–8.4
Temperature
24–27 °C
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Named for the black band over its eyes resembling a mask, this butterflyfish is nocturnal and can be used to control nuisance Aiptasia, though it may also nip corals or large polyps.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Raccoon Butterflyfish healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Raccoon Butterflyfish's adult size and activity level. Use robust décor and sight breaks so each fish can hold its own space.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Semi-aggressive. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
Tankmates
Choose robust tankmates of similar size, and nothing small enough to be eaten. Add Raccoon Butterflyfish last so territories reset.
Breeding
Breeding success with Raccoon Butterflyfish depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
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