{"product_id":"copperband-butterflyfish","title":"Copperband Butterflyfish","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Copperband Butterflyfish is one of the most elegant and recognisable fish in the marine aquarium hobby. Its beautiful silvery-white body is decorated with striking copper-orange vertical bands edged in dark brown, while a distinctive black false eyespot near the rear of its dorsal fin adds to its extraordinary appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps its most remarkable feature is its long, slender snout, perfectly adapted for searching narrow crevices and small openings in reef structures. In its natural habitat, the Copperband Butterflyfish uses this specialised mouth to extract worms, tiny crustaceans and other small invertebrates hidden among rocks and coral formations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to tropical coastal reefs, lagoons and sheltered reef environments throughout the Indo-West Pacific, this fascinating species spends much of its day carefully exploring its surroundings in search of food. Its deliberate movements and graceful swimming style make it a particularly captivating fish to observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopperband Butterflyfish are also well known among marine aquarists for their ability to consume Aiptasia, the nuisance glass anemones that can spread through reef aquariums. However, not every individual will eat Aiptasia, and this behaviour should never be considered guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally peaceful towards unrelated fish, the Copperband Butterflyfish is best maintained in a mature aquarium with established rockwork, plenty of sheltered feeding areas and carefully selected tankmates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its beauty, this species requires experienced care. Some individuals are reluctant to accept prepared aquarium foods, making successful feeding and ongoing nutritional support essential. It may also prey on ornamental tube worms and occasionally nip certain corals or clam mantles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor dedicated marine aquarists able to provide a peaceful environment, appropriate foods and consistent care, the Copperband Butterflyfish is a truly remarkable addition to a large, established marine aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AQUA HOUSE","offers":[{"title":"S\/M","offer_id":67895629283486,"sku":"CLW-MF-CHEROSTR-SM","price":240.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9236\/1374\/files\/Copperbandbutterfly-01.jpg?v=1793676008","url":"https:\/\/aquahouse.co.nz\/products\/copperband-butterflyfish","provider":"Aqua House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}