Scientific Name
Chelmon rostratus 
 
Reef Compatible
With Caution 
 
Care Level
Intermediate 
 
Disposition
Peaceful 
 
Min. Tank Size
50 gallons 
 
Mature Size
8 inches 
 
Diet
Carnivore 
 
 
Other Common Names
Beaked Butterfly, Orange Stripe Butterfly
 
Description
The Copperband Butterflyfish is known in the hobby as a miracle worker on helping rid Aiptaisia from aquariums. Sadly, the Copperband Butterflyfish is not one of the hardier Butterflyfish and has a poor record of survival in captivity. Some will acclimate to captivity within a few days and will begin eating normally and yet others may refuse to eat or will only accept live foods.