{"title":"Butterflyfish (Available Now)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButterflyfish are a large family of saltwater fish made up of over 100 distinct species. They resemble angelfish in appearance and have compressed, disk shaped bodies. Although they are among the more demanding and expensive species of saltwater aquarium fish, butterflyfish are a favorite amongst hobbyists due to their dazzling colorations. These vibrant colorations and patterns are an evolutionary defense mechanism designed to confuse predators that prey on shoals of butterflyfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost species of butterfly fishes have very specific dietary and environmental requirements, and should therefore only be kept by experienced aquarists. Butterfly fishes rely heavily on live rock and coral as a food supply and it is important to keep them in aquariums with lots of coral and live rock to graze on. They also prefer aquariums with large swimming spaces and numerous caves and crevices to hide in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButterfly fishes are generally peaceful towards other fish and make for excellent community fish. Certain species, however, can be very territorial and aggressive towards members of their own species and should not be housed together. However, there are certain species of butterfly fishes that can be kept in groups provided that they are housed in large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButterflyfish do best when fed on a varied diet of both meaty and vegetarian foods. They can be fed on shrimp, brine shrimp, shellfish and seaweed sheets. It is important to remember that certain species have very specific dietary requirements that should be thoroughly researched prior to purchase. Most species of butterflyfish have very specific dietary and environmental requirements, and should therefore only be kept by experienced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\" nolinks\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\" nolinks\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kleins-butterflyfish-chaetodon-kleinii","title":"Klein's Butterfly (Chaetodon kleinii)EATS AIPTASIA","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Klein’s Butterflyfish is a hardy and adaptable marine butterflyfish, ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Known for its peaceful temperament and utility in managing aiptasia and soft algae, this species is one of the most reef-compatible butterflyfish available. Each fish from TSM Aquatics undergoes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eminimum 30-day quarantine\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring it arrives healthy, acclimated, and eating well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate – hardy and adaptable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore – feeds on algae, mysis, brine shrimp, and prepared foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful – good community fish, avoid aggressive tankmates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 gallons or larger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef-safe with caution – may nip at soft corals or polyps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the few butterflyfish known to eat aiptasia; thrives in FOWLR tanks and cautiously selected reef systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TSM Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Approximately 2-2.5\" Available Now","offer_id":50672523477270,"sku":null,"price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/3788\/1622\/products\/Klein_sbutterfly.jpg?v=1672706567"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/3788\/1622\/collections\/ff04cb2c343c6ab2fcb70afaf536c5c7_4b620dda-dc91-413b-892b-343ecf6cf1d3.jpg?v=1771777462","url":"https:\/\/tsmaquatics.com\/collections\/butterflyfish-pre-order-copy.oembed","provider":"TSMaquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}