Klein's Butterfly (Chaetodon kleinii) 11/10 (pre-Order)

The 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 minimum 30-day quarantine, ensuring it arrives healthy, acclimated, and eating well.

• Care Level: Easy to Moderate – hardy and adaptable

• Diet: Omnivore – feeds on algae, mysis, brine shrimp, and prepared foods

• Temperament: Peaceful – good community fish, avoid aggressive tankmates

• Tank Size: 70 gallons or larger

• Max Size: ~6 inches

• Compatibility: Reef-safe with caution – may nip at soft corals or polyps

• Origin: Indo-Pacific

• Notes: One of the few butterflyfish known to eat aiptasia; thrives in FOWLR tanks and cautiously selected reef systems