{"product_id":"copperband-butterflyfish","title":"Copperband Butterflyfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Copperband Butterflyfish (Chelmon rostratus) is one of the most distinctive and highly sought-after species in the marine aquarium hobby, instantly recognizable by its elegant shape and striking coloration. Often referred to as the Beaked Butterflyfish or Orange Stripe Butterfly, it uses its long, slender snout to probe rock crevices and substrate for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts body has four vertical copper-orange bands outlined in black against a silvery-white to yellowish-white background. A prominent black eyespot near the rear dorsal fin helps confuse predators. This species is generally peaceful but is a finicky feeder, best suited for expert aquarists. It is also known for consuming nuisance Aiptasia anemones in reef tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Minimum 120 gallons to provide stable water volume and swimming space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEstablished System:\u003c\/b\u003e Best kept in aquariums 6 months or older with plenty of live rock for grazing on micro-fauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/b\u003e Stability is critical.\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 72°F – 78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.020 – 1.025 s.g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.1 – 8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 – 12 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is the most critical aspect. Copperbands are shy, deliberate eaters, and prone to starvation in tanks with aggressive or fast-feeding tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInitial Feeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Require live foods like blackworms, amphipods, or brine shrimp to stimulate eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransition to Prepared Foods:\u003c\/b\u003e Frozen, gut-loaded PE Mysis shrimp, shaved clam or scallop meat, and high-quality frozen marine food blends. Targeted feeding with a pipette or baster may help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/b\u003e Offer food multiple times per day as they are constant grazers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility and Reef Safety\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSocial:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep singly unless a known bonded pair. Avoid housing with other Copperbands or similar Butterflyfish due to territorial behavior. Peaceful tank mates are recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReef Safety:\u003c\/b\u003e Useful for controlling Aiptasia anemones but may nip at Tridacna clam mantles, feather duster worms, and certain soft or LPS corals. Exercise caution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Marine Fish Masters","offers":[{"title":"Small 2-3\"","offer_id":51422607900964,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium 3-4\"","offer_id":51422607933732,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large 4-6\"","offer_id":51422607966500,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Show 6\"+","offer_id":51422607999268,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7330\/9732\/files\/CopperbandButterflyfish.png?v=1762430236","url":"https:\/\/krffii-gg.myshopify.com\/products\/copperband-butterflyfish","provider":"Marine Fish Masters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}