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Chaetodon benneti 5-7 cm
A Fish of Intense Yellow with Impeccable Interspecific Relations
The Chaetodon bennetti is a splendid butterflyfish, living in pairs and exhibiting peaceful behavior with other species. Some skills are required to properly acclimate this specimen, but it adapts and tolerates the presence of other individuals in the aquarium without any issues.
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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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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
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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 € |
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- 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
- Peaceful except with fish that have a similar color pattern.
- Food
- Coralivore and carnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Not compatible
- Recommended number
- Alone or in a couple
- 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 bennetti: Bennett's Butterflyfish, Solar Glow for Marine Aquarium
The Chaetodon bennetti, also known as Bennett's Butterflyfish or Eclipse Butterfly, is a brilliant butterflyfish native to the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific. This graceful and colorful fish is particularly sought after for its luminous beauty and peaceful behavior in a marine environment.
The Chaetodon bennetti has a bright yellow oval-shaped body, adorned with a large black spot on the anterior three-quarters, bordered by a bright bluish edge. A black band crosses its eyes, itself highlighted with fine blue edges, enhancing its expressive gaze and natural presence. This fish can grow up to 20 cm in adulthood.
A Peaceful and Sociable Behavior
The Chaetodon bennetti is a peaceful and discreet fish. In its natural habitat, it primarily evolves in pairs and is largely unconcerned with the presence of other species. This behavior makes it ideal for large reef aquariums, provided it has enough space to swim freely.
Thanks to its calm temperament, it can coexist with other peaceful fish, although maintaining multiple Chaetodon together requires a very spacious tank.
An Aquarium of at Least 800 Liters
To ensure the well-being of the Bennett's Butterflyfish, a tank of at least 800 liters is recommended. The ideal environment includes:
- A large open swimming space,
- Stable live rock formations offering natural shelters,
- Shaded resting areas to respect its need for discretion.
An Omnivorous Diet with Carnivorous Tendencies
The Chaetodon bennetti is an omnivore with carnivorous tendencies. It feeds on algae, coral polyps, and small invertebrates in the wild. In captivity, its diet should be varied and include:
- Live or thawed Artemia, mysis,
- Small pieces of shrimp and mussels,
- Pellets and dry foods suitable for marine omnivorous fish.
It is important to offer several daily meals to preserve its bright colors and dynamism.
A Bright Fish for Fish-Only Aquariums
The Chaetodon bennetti is an ideal fish for fish-only aquariums due to its potentially predatory diet on coral polyps. Its vivacity, bright color, and peaceful behavior make it a true solar star in a large reef tank devoid of sensitive corals.
With a generous swimming space, structured decor, and suitable diet, the Bennett's Butterflyfish Chaetodon bennetti will bring light, elegance, and serenity to your marine aquarium from 800 liters.
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petit poisson vigoureux et interessant. a recommander via ce super cite tres serieux!
By John D. the 08/10/2011
A Fish of Intense Yellow with Impeccable Interspecific Relations
The Chaetodon bennetti is a splendid butterflyfish, living in pairs and exhibiting peaceful behavior with other species. Some skills are required to properly acclimate this specimen, but it adapts and tolerates the presence of other individuals in the aquarium without any issues.
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