Raccoon Butterfly
The Raccoon Butterfly is hardy and adapts well to life in an aquarium, which makes them an ideal tank addition. They can be kept in groups, including other butterflies, but will frequently pick on other fish, so add them last to aquariums with lots of fish. They won't do well with fish that are overly aggressive, but they will also nip and pick at fish that are very timid. Initially, these butterflies can be shy, so plenty of hiding places will help them acclimate. It is not recommended placing them in reef aquariums because they are very likely to consume a variety of coral polyps. They will benefit from multiple feedings a day of frozen meaty foods. Adding algae to their diet will give them things to graze on, mimicking their wild eating behavior. This butterfly will grow to be about 8" in size and will need ample swimming space. They are mostly yellow in color with a black and white mask. They are found in the Indo-Pacific inhabiting in shallow reefs, seaward reefs and lagoons.