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Vagabond ButterflyfishFamily: Chaetodontidae Chaetodon vagabundusLatest Reader Comment - See More All i got to say is there's more to 'em than meets the eye! this fish turned out to be very curious and energetic. Unlike other butterflyfish we've had, it ate... (more) Thomas The Vagabond Butterflyfish is one of the easier butterflyfish to keep and is generally available!With it's pleasing coloration, a peaceful demeanor with its tankmates, and a mature size of 7" (18 cm), the Vagabond Butterflyfish makes a nice addition to a roomy community marine aquarium. For more Information on keeping this fish see: |
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Habitat: Natural geographic location: Found in the entire Indo-Pacific region, including Queensland and New Guinea.
Length/Diameter of fish: Vagabond Butterflyfish adults can grow to 18 cm ( 7 inches).
Maintenance difficulty: The Vagabond Butterflyfish is generally easy to keep for a butterflyfish.
Maintenance: Feed as much variety as possible.
Diseases that Marine Butterflyfish are susceptible to:
Marine Ich(white spot disease), Marine Velvet, Uronema marinum, and Lymphocystis
Foods: Coral polyps and algae.
Social Behaviors: Found singly, in pairs, or in groups. Not aggressive towards other 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.
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.
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