Rainfordi Butterfly
Rainfordi Butterfly
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Origin: Australia / Coral Sea
Size info:
Size L: approx. 3.5 - 4.75"
There once was a fish, oh so fine
Named Rainfordi Butterfly, divine
With its vibrant blue hue
And yellow tail too
It swims 'neath the ocean's sunshine!
Keeping Chaetodon Rainfordi (Rainfordi Butterfly) in an Aquarium
The Rainfordi Butterfly, also known as the Australian Butterflyfish, is a colorful and popular fish species among aquarium enthusiasts. Here are some things to keep in mind when keeping them in an aquarium:
Tank Setup
Rainfordi Butterflyfish require a tank of at least 75 gallons with plenty of live rock and hiding places. They are known to be aggressive towards other butterflyfish and may also nip at coral and invertebrates, so it is best to keep them in a species-only tank or with other non-aggressive fish.
Diet
In the wild, Rainfordi Butterflyfish primarily feed on coral polyps and small invertebrates. In an aquarium, they can be fed a varied diet of frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and chopped seafood. It is important to feed them multiple times a day to maintain their health and vitality.
Behavior
Rainfordi Butterflyfish are active swimmers and enjoy a lot of open swimming space. They are known to be curious and may investigate new additions to the tank. They can be skittish at first, but will eventually become more comfortable in their environment.
Coolest Stuff About the Rainfordi Butterflyfish
- Their vibrant coloration makes them a popular choice for aquariums.
- They are named after the English naturalist, John Rainford.
- Rainfordi Butterflyfish are native to the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding waters.
- They have been known to form monogamous pairs in the wild.
- They are considered to be quite hardy and adaptable to aquarium life.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
All livestock ordered between Monday and Sunday will ship out the following Tuesday or Wednesday. For example, livestock ordered between Monday the 1st and Sunday the 7th would ship out on Tuesday the 8th or Wednesday the 9th.
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Livestock can be fragile. If your animal does not meet our standards at the time your shipment is being packed, we will notify you and give you a credit toward another piece of livestock. Our goal is to provide you with the healthiest livestock possible, and we’ll do our best to ensure it gets to you safely. Cash refunds are not available for livestock, only credit toward other livestock.
Local pick-up: Our online stocklist may be different than what’s available for in-store pickup. Please call 385-800-6711 for in-store availability. You may order livestock online for local pick-up, and your order will be ready for pick up the following Tuesday or Wednesday after it’s placed.
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