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Chaetodon striatus
A specimen close to the American coasts
The Chaetodon striatus is a butterflyfish that swims in pairs through coral reefs. It primarily feeds on small-sized invertebrates.
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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
- Easy
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Food
- Omnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Not compatible
- Recommended number
- A single subject
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 17 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.
En savoir plus
Chaetodon striatus: the black-banded butterflyfish, a striking elegance for marine aquariums
The Chaetodon striatus, also known as the black-banded butterflyfish, is an iconic butterflyfish of the reefs and rocky areas of the tropical Western Atlantic. Known for its natural elegance and peaceful behavior, it is appreciated by aquarists for its robustness and timeless beauty.
The Chaetodon striatus features a silvery white elliptical body, crossed by two large vertical black bands as well as a thin black band crossing the eye. This distinctive pattern perfectly highlights its silhouette and contributes to its natural camouflage. This fish reaches about 13 cm in adulthood.
A calm and social behavior
The Chaetodon striatus is a peaceful fish that generally swims alone or in pairs, both in the wild and in aquariums. It roams coral reefs and rocky areas in search of food and takes refuge in rock cavities at night to rest.
This black-banded butterflyfish is an excellent choice for a stable and balanced fish-only community aquarium.
A minimum of 450-liter aquarium
To ensure the well-being of the Chaetodon striatus, it is recommended to keep it in an aquarium of at least 450 liters. The optimal environment should include:
- A large free-swimming space suitable for its explorations,
- A decor rich in live rocks for its nighttime refuge needs,
- Moderate water movement for excellent water quality.
A specialized carnivorous diet
In the wild, the Chaetodon striatus primarily feeds on:
- Small benthic invertebrates such as polychaete worms,
- Zoantharians found on the reefs.
In an aquarium, it also accepts:
- Live or thawed Artemia, mysis,
- Pellets and enriched foods for marine carnivorous fish.
A varied and suitable diet will help maintain the liveliness and beauty of the Chaetodon striatus.
An ornamental and robust fish
The Chaetodon striatus butterflyfish is a reliable choice for aquarists looking to add a specimen that is both elegant, peaceful, and resilient to their marine aquarium. Its striking contrasts and calm behavior make it a choice resident.
With an adequate aquarium, balanced diet, and structured environment, the Chaetodon striatus will brighten up your marine tank for a long time from 450 liters.
A specimen close to the American coasts
The Chaetodon striatus is a butterflyfish that swims in pairs through coral reefs. It primarily feeds on small-sized invertebrates.
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