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Description
Tinkers Butterfly Fish – Chaetodon tinkeri
Overview:
The Tinkers Butterfly Fish is a striking marine species, recognized for its bold coloration and intricate patterns. With a graceful swimming style, it adds elegance and visual interest to large reef and community aquariums.
Origin:
Native to the Central Pacific Ocean, particularly around Hawaii and Johnston Atoll.
Feeding:
Omnivorous — thrives on a varied diet of frozen or live mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and prepared marine flakes or pellets. May also graze on algae.
Tank Mates:
Best suited for peaceful to moderately aggressive reef and community tanks, avoiding overly aggressive or nippy species.
Aggression:
Generally peaceful, but may defend feeding territories in smaller tanks.
Experience Level:
Recommended for intermediate to advanced aquarists, due to its specialized dietary needs and sensitivity to water quality.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Salinity: 1.020–1.025
- Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons
Elegant, colorful, and captivating, the Tinkers Butterfly Fish is a standout addition for experienced marine hobbyists seeking a unique and eye-catching centerpiece.
DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.
Additional information:
- In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
- Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
- Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
- All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.