Pakistan Butterflyfish

Chaetodon collare

Reef Safe with Caution

The Pakistan Butterflyfish, also known as the Redtail Butterflyfish or Collare Butterflyfish, is a striking marine fish appreciated for its unique and elegant appearance. It features a dark brown to black body with a distinctive white band running vertically across the face and a contrasting reddish-orange tail. This combination of colors and patterns makes the Pakistan Butterflyfish a captivating addition to marine aquariums. While generally hardy, it is considered reef safe with caution, as it may occasionally nip at soft corals, anemones, and small invertebrates, particularly if not adequately fed. Providing a varied diet and ensuring ample live rock for grazing and hiding can help mitigate such behavior. The Pakistan Butterflyfish thrives in well-established tanks with plenty of swimming space and stable conditions, making it a beautiful and manageable choice for aquarists with moderate experience.

These fish are for saltwater aquariums only.

Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image.

Measurements are measured from the tip of the head to end of the tail. 

For acclimation details see here.