{"product_id":"saddleback","title":"Saddleback Butterfly (Chaetodon Ephippium)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSaddleback Butterflyfish (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003eChaetodon ephippium\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\" class=\"\"\u003eSaddleback Butterflyfish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e is widely regarded as one of the most elegant and \"artistic\" species in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"105\" class=\"\"\u003eChaetodon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e genus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e In the coastal waters of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"147\" class=\"\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they are a common and majestic sight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e While they are hardier than many other butterflyfish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they are large,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e active swimmers that require a specialized environment to thrive—specifically one where their beauty isn't compromised by the \"forbidden fruit\" of your favorite corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Saddleback Butterfly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Saddle Butterflyfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\" class=\"\"\u003eChaetodon ephippium\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Indo-Pacific (Indonesia,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Philippines,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e to the Hawaiian Islands)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 20–23 cm (approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 8–9 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 7–10 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e; can be shy initially\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e – Specialist in coral polyps,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e sponges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and small invertebrates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe Saddleback is named for the dramatic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \"saddle-like\" marking on its back:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Saddle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A massive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\" class=\"\"\u003eblack patch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e on the upper rear portion of the body,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which is dramatically bordered by a glowing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"117\" class=\"\"\u003ewhite-to-silver band\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Filament:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Mature adults develop a long,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e trailing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"53\" class=\"\"\u003efilament (thread)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e extending from the top of the dorsal fin,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e adding to their graceful silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Body:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A greyish-white base color with several thin,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e horizontal blue-grey lines along the lower half.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Face:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Features a yellow snout and a thin black vertical bar through the eye (though this eye-bar is much less prominent than in other butterfly species).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Gentle Giant:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This is a peaceful fish that spends its day gracefully gliding through the water column.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is rarely aggressive toward other species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eReef Safe (No):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This fish is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\" class=\"\"\u003enot reef safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is a natural \"grazer\" of coral polyps (SPS,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e LPS,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and soft corals),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e as well as anemones and feather dusters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is a perfect candidate for a high-end \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"196\" class=\"\"\u003eFOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are often seen in pairs in the wild.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e In a large enough tank,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a mated pair is a spectacular sight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Otherwise,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they are best kept singly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Excellent with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\" class=\"\"\u003eTangs, Angelfish, and larger Wrasses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Avoid keeping them with aggressive \"fin-nippers\" that might target their delicate dorsal filament.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Because they grow relatively large and are active swimmers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"84\" class=\"\"\u003e380L (100 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A 5-to-6-foot tank is ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Provide plenty of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\" class=\"\"\u003elarge caves and overhangs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They are shy when first introduced and need places to retreat until they feel comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They require \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\" class=\"\"\u003epristine water conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Like most butterflies,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they are sensitive to high nitrates and low oxygen levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Strong protein skimming and regular water changes are a must.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eLid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e They can be jumpy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e especially when first acclimated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A secure lid is necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDietary Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIn the wild,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e they have a varied diet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which can make initial feeding in a tank a bit tricky:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInitial Feeding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New arrivals may be picky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Offering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003elive clams or blackworms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can help trigger their feeding response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once settled,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e they should be fed a variety of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003efrozen meaty foods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (mysis,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enriched brine shrimp,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e chopped squid) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"121\"\u003ealgae-based foods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrazing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They appreciate having \"rocks\" to pick at.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Some hobbyists use \"feeding rocks\" smeared with a paste of seafood and algae.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Saddleback Butterfly?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Saddleback is for the hobbyist who wants a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"Showpiece\" fish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a large,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e non-coral display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its unique \"saddle\" marking and trailing filament make it stand out as a sophisticated,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e high-end inhabitant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For a hobbyist in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"223\"\u003eWonosobo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e looking for a locally native Indonesian species that represents the true beauty of the Indo-Pacific reefs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the Saddleback is a top-tier choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819300872426,"sku":"18884","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Saddleback-Butterflyfish.jpg?v=1769599949","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/saddleback","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}