A great Raccoon Butterfly!
Origin: Melanesia

Size info:
Size L: approx. 3.5 - 4.75"

There once was a Raccoon Butterfly
Whose colors would catch every eye
With black and white stripes
And a tail that just swipes
It's a fish most fish lovers desire

It's a beauty with yellow fins
And a snout that just simply grins
It feeds on hard coral
And hides in a moral
It's a fish you'd be lucky to win

In the reef, it's hard to miss
The Chaetodon lunula's bliss
A creature of grace
In every single space
It's a fish you wouldn't want to dismiss

Keeping Raccoon Butterfly in an Aquarium

Chaetodon lunula, also known as Raccoon Butterfly, is a popular fish in the aquarium hobby due to its striking appearance and peaceful temperament. Here are some things to consider when keeping this fish in an aquarium:

Aquarium Setup

Raccoon Butterfly requires a minimum tank size of 75 gallons, with plenty of swimming space and hiding spots. They prefer a rocky or coral reef environment with live rock and live sand. The aquarium should be well-filtered and have good water flow.

Diet

Raccoon Butterfly is omnivorous and requires a varied diet consisting of meaty foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and krill, as well as algae-based foods.

Behavior

Raccoon Butterfly is a peaceful fish that can be kept with other peaceful fish and invertebrates. They may become territorial towards their own species or similar-looking fish.

Coolest Stuff

• Raccoon Butterfly has a unique color pattern with a black and white striped body and a yellow-orange tail.
• They are active swimmers and can be seen darting in and out of crevices in the reef.
• Raccoon Butterfly is known for its ability to change color and pattern to blend in with its surroundings or to signal aggression or submission.
• They are popular in the aquarium trade due to their hardiness and ease of care.