Dot Dash Butterfly Fish Chaetodon Punctatofasciatus

Dot Dash Butterfly Fish Chaetodon PunctatofasciatusDot Dash Butterfly Fish Chaetodon punctatofasciatusOverview: The Dot Dash Butterfly Fish is a striking species recognized by its silvery body covered in dotted lines and broken dashes, with a bold black eye bar and a hint of orange along the fins. Its intricate patterning makes it a highly attractive addition to marine aquariums. Origin: Native to the Indo Pacific region, from the Maldives to the Great Barrier Reef. Feeding: Omnivorous accepts a diet

Overview:
The Dot Dash Butterfly Fish is a striking species recognized by its silvery body covered in dotted lines and broken dashes, with a bold black eye bar and a hint of orange along the fins. Its intricate patterning makes it a highly attractive addition to marine aquariums.

Origin:
Native to the Indo-Pacific region, from the Maldives to the Great Barrier Reef.

Feeding:
Omnivorous — accepts a diet of frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, marine algae, and high-quality pellets. In the wild, it feeds on coral polyps, making it a cautionary choice for reef aquariums.

Tank Mates:
Best kept with peaceful community fish. Avoid housing with aggressive or overly territorial species.

Aggression:
Generally peaceful, though may show mild territoriality toward other butterflyfish.

Experience Level:
Recommended for intermediate aquarists, as it may be finicky with diet and requires stable water conditions.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Salinity: 1.020–1.025
• Minimum Tank Size: 100+ gallons

The Dot Dash Butterfly Fish is a graceful and patterned beauty, best suited for well-maintained fish-only marine aquariums.