Klein's ButterflyfishFamily: Chaetodontidae Chaetodon kleiniiPhoto © Animal-World: Courtesy David BroughLatest Reader Comment - See More I have bought one Klein butterflyfish from the local marine fish shop, and I have to say that I have fallen in love with this fish.
It is not only hardy, but also... (more) Sanchez Klein's Butterflyfish, a great fish for the beginning marine aquarium enthusiasts!The Klein's Butterflyfish is not the flashiest or most beautiful butterflyfish, but it is very hardy, inexpensive, and is one of the few butterflyfish that can be recommended to beginners. For more Information on keeping this fish see: |
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Habitat: Natural geographic location: Klein's Butterflyfish are found in the Indo-Pacific region. Also in the Indian Ocean to the east Afriacan coast.
Maintenance difficulty: The Klein's Butterflyfish is the easiest of all butterfly fish to keep. They will generally eat everthing! (Unusual for a butterflyfish).
Maintenance: Feed it anythig and everything it will eat. Variety is important.
Foods: Crustaceans, coral polyps, algae. Grazer.
Social Behaviors: Peaceful, community fish.
Sex: Sexual differences: Unknown.
Light: Recommended light levels: No special requirements.
Breeding/Reproduction: Not accomplished in captivity. See Breeding Marine Fish page for a description of how they reproduce in the wild.
Temperature: No special requirements.
Length/Diameter of fish: Klein's Butterflyfish adults can grow to 12.5 cm (5 inches).
Minimum Tank Length/Size: A minimum 40 gallon aquarium is recommended.
Water Movement: Weak, Moderate, Strong No special requirements. 
Water Region: Top, Middle, Bottom No special requirements.
Availability: This fish is generally readily available and is inexpensive.
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