Care Facts | |||
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Care Level: | Intermediate | ||
Temperament: | Peaceful | ||
Diet: | Omnivore | ||
Reef Safe: | With Caution | ||
Minimum Tank Size: | 120g | ||
Max Size: | 6 in |
Chaetodon daedalma. The Wrought Iron Butterflyfish is by far the rarest and most beautiful Butterflyfish that is available in aquaria, and is not an obligate corallivore. This fish is almost never seen in the hobby, due to its remote location, and is rarely imported into the United States.
The Wrought Iron Butterfly has an almost metallic look to it, giving the fish its name. Its scales gleam under reef lighting, and the bright yellow outline on its anal fins make this fish one of the most unique and striking fish in the aquarium hobby.