Butterflyfish – Sunburst

Sunburst Butterflyfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 15cm (6″)

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 7 years

Scientific Name: Chaetodon Kleini

Other Common Names: Orange Butterflyfish, Kleini Butterflyfish, Brown Butterflyfish, Corallicola Butterflyfish, or Blacklip Butterflyfish

Coral Safe: No

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  2 -3 inches

The sunburst butterflyfish, scientific name Chaetodon Kleini is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 80 gallons. Sunburst butterflyfish can grow up to 6” and can live up to 7 years. Sunburst butterflyfish are omnivores. Sunburst butterflyfish can live alone, in pairs or small groups if there is adequate space. Butterflyfish are not coral safe but will not bother invertebrates. Sunburst butterflyfish are known for eating aiptasia anemones. During the day they will swim out in the open and will hide in caves to sleep. The sunburst butterflyfish is also referred to as the Orange Butterflyfish, Kleini Butterflyfish, Brown Butterflyfish, Corallicola Butterflyfish, or Blacklip Butterflyfish.