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Chaetodon melannotus
A Very Low-Maintenance Species
The Chaetodon melannotus is a butterflyfish with shimmering colors. Its sociability and robustness make it an ideal fish for any aquarist looking to start with saltwater aquariums.
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For your zone EUROPE la France, delivery fees are 24,90 € with carrier EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend
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| See all delivery fees | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
Delivery fees for other zones:
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
| ZONE EUROPE1 200 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 29,89 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert | ||
| ZONE EUROPE2 210 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 39,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | 39,90 € | ||
| EUROPE la France | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
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Data sheet
- Delivery price Europe
- Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
- Minimum order amount for live products
- 50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
- Maintenance
- Difficult
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Food
- Omnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Not compatible
- Recommended number
- A topic
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 20 cm
- Delivery date
- Choose your delivery day at the "Address" step in your cart.
- Reproduction
- Impossible
- Package information for the winter period
- A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.
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Chaetodon melannotus: the Black-backed Butterflyfish, Radiance and Serenity for Marine Aquariums
The Chaetodon melannotus, also known as the black-backed butterflyfish, is a fascinating butterflyfish native to the Red Sea and the coasts of Madagascar. Its bright color and peaceful behavior make it an excellent choice for aquarists looking to introduce color and elegance into their fish-only aquarium.
The Chaetodon melannotus has a silvery circular body, adorned with fine oblique black stripes. Its bright yellow fins and contours harmoniously contrast with its distinct black back. A black band also runs vertically across its head, passing through the eye. This fish reaches an adult size of about 12 to 15 cm.
A Peaceful and Social Behavior
The Chaetodon melannotus is a social and peaceful fish that lives alone or in pairs in its natural habitat, mainly in coral reefs and shallow lagoons. In an aquarium, it easily coexists with other non-territorial species and helps maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
This black-backed butterflyfish is therefore ideal for integrating into a well-structured community fish-only aquarium.
A Minimum 400-Liter Aquarium
To ensure optimal care for the Chaetodon melannotus, it is necessary to provide it with an aquarium of at least 400 liters. The recommended environment includes:
- A large open swimming space for its active behavior,
- Rocky and plant areas to encourage exploration,
- Moderate water flow to maintain good water quality.
An Omnivorous Diet with Carnivorous Tendencies
The Chaetodon melannotus is an omnivore with carnivorous tendencies. In the wild, its diet is based on:
- Small benthic invertebrates,
- Coral polyps and associated organisms.
In an aquarium, it easily accepts:
- Live or frozen artemia and mysis,
- Dry and marine granulated food for omnivores,
- Small pieces of shrimp and other suitable meaty foods.
However, be careful, as this fish is not compatible with a reef tank containing sensitive corals, as it easily feeds on the polyps.
A Bright Fish for Fish-Only Aquariums
The black-backed butterflyfish Chaetodon melannotus is perfect for aquarists seeking a lively, colorful, and peaceful fish to enliven a fish-only aquarium. Its bright presence, sociable behavior, and robustness make it a valuable addition to a spacious and well-maintained tank.
With sufficient volume, a varied diet, and a structured décor, the Chaetodon melannotus will thrive and become a dazzling centerpiece of your aquarium starting from 400 liters.
A Very Low-Maintenance Species
The Chaetodon melannotus is a butterflyfish with shimmering colors. Its sociability and robustness make it an ideal fish for any aquarist looking to start with saltwater aquariums.
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