{"product_id":"pakistani-butterflyfish-chaetodon-collare-saltwater","title":"Pakistani Butterflyfish (Chaetodon collare) - Medium | Saltwater","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Pakistani Butterflyfish (\u003cem\u003eChaetodon collare\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as the Collare Butterflyfish, is a bold and attractive saltwater species recognized by its dark chocolate-brown body, white-edged scales creating a striking lattice pattern, and a bright red-orange tail. This intermediate-level butterfly is hardy for its family and does well in fish-only or FOWLR setups of 75 gallons or more. Not recommended for reef tanks as it will readily pick at corals and invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more saltwater fish? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/saltwater-fish\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaltwater Fish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/saltwater-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaltwater Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons minimum — needs open swimming space and live rock for grazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.020–1.025 sg\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003edKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, spirulina, marine algae, and quality frozen preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive — territorial with other butterflyfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e No — will eat corals, anemones, and tube worms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 inches (18 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePakistani Butterflyfish (Collare Butterflyfish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChaetodon collare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChaetodontidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIndian Ocean — Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Maldives\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5–10 years in captivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2–3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSaltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Pakistani Butterflyfish is not reef safe and will readily pick at LPS, SPS, soft corals, anemones, and feather dusters. Best kept in fish-only with live rock (FOWLR) setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood tank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tangs, large wrasses, larger angels, triggers (with caution), puffers, groupers\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other butterflyfish in the same tank (territorial), very small passive fish, and reef tanks with corals or delicate invertebrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Pakistani Butterflyfish reef safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It will eat corals, anemones, and tube worms. This species is best suited for fish-only or FOWLR (fish-only with live rock) aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I feed a Pakistani Butterflyfish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffer a varied diet of mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, spirulina, marine algae, and quality frozen angelfish or butterfly preparations. Feed 2–3 times daily in smaller portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Pakistani Butterflyfish hardy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompared to many butterflyfish species, the Pakistani Butterfly is considered one of the hardier choices. It adapts well to captivity if given proper water quality and a varied diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep multiple Pakistani Butterflyfish together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is not recommended unless the tank is very large (150+ gallons). They are territorial toward their own kind and other butterflyfish in typical home aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48586603036891,"sku":"FBUPA400AA-3","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_b080e911-339a-468e-bffd-be461a1116f3.png?v=1775909295","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/pakistani-butterflyfish-chaetodon-collare-saltwater","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}