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Heniochus Black & White Butterflyfish (Heniochus acuminatus)
Product Description
The Heniochus Black & White Butterflyfish, also known as Longfin Bannerfish, has a very elongated white dorsal filament. It has a base color of white with two wide black stripes. The soft dorsal and caudal fins are yellow, and there are black marks above the eyes. Members of theHeniochus genera are often called Bannerfish instead of Butterflyfish.
The Heniochus Black & White Butterflyfish may reside in a 120 gallon or larger aquarium with other peaceful fish and others of the same species, if all were introduced into the tank at the same time. When swimming, the elongated white dorsal filament moves like a banner in the wind.
It prefers a diet of small meaty foods and herbivore preparations.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2-1/4"; Medium: 2-1/4" to 3 1/2"; Large: 3 1/2" to 4 1/2"; XLarge: 4 1/2" to 6"
| Minimum Tank Size: 120 gallons |
| Care Level: Easy |
| Temperament: Peaceful |
| Reef Compatible: No |
| Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 |
| Max. Size: 10" |
| Color Form: Black, White, Yellow |
| Diet: Omnivore |
| Compatibility: View Chart |
| Origin: Indonesia, Maldives, Tahiti, Vanuatu |
| Family: Chaetodontidae |
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