Citron Butterflyfish

Omnivore: mysis, meaty foods, algae. Feed small portions 1–2 times a day and rotate foods for a balanced diet.

Temperature 75–80°F, salinity 1.023–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, alkalinity 8–12 dKH, nitrate under 20 ppm. Minimum tank: 75 gal. Acclimate slowly and quarantine before adding to a display tank.

Not reef safe (nips corals, eats Aiptasia).

Adults reach about 4 in.

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