{"id":6012,"date":"2026-02-17T06:35:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:35:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/gold-rim-butterfly-fish-chaetodon-xanthocephalus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:35:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:35:54","slug":"gold-rim-butterfly-fish-chaetodon-xanthocephalus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=gold-rim-butterfly-fish-chaetodon-xanthocephalus","title":{"rendered":"Gold Rim Butterfly Fish Chaetodon Xanthocephalus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"179\">Gold Rim Butterfly Fish \u2013 <em data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"177\">Chaetodon xanthocephalus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"458\"><strong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"194\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"197\" \/>The Gold Rim Butterfly Fish is a striking species, easily recognized by its bright yellow head, silvery-white body, and distinctive golden edging along the fins. Its unique appearance and graceful movements make it a standout choice for large marine displays.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"573\"><strong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"471\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"474\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"504\">Indian Ocean<\/strong>, particularly around <strong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"570\">Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and East Africa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"760\"><strong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"587\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"590\" \/>Omnivorous \u2014 feeds on <strong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"724\">frozen or live mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality marine flakes or pellets<\/strong>, with some natural algae grazing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"897\"><strong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"777\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"780\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"843\">peaceful to moderately active community fish<\/strong>, avoiding aggressive or highly territorial species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1034\"><strong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"914\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"917\" \/><strong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"939\">Generally peaceful<\/strong>, though may become territorial in smaller aquariums or when kept with similar butterflyfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1169\"><strong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1057\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1060\" \/>Best suited for <strong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1114\">intermediate to advanced aquarists<\/strong>, as it requires stable conditions and a varied diet.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1194\"><strong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1192\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1323\">\n<li data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1233\">\n<p data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1233\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1231\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1253\">\n<p data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1253\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1251\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1283\">\n<p data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1283\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1281\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1323\">\n<p data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1323\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1321\">100+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1495\">Colorful, elegant, and uncommon, the <strong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1389\">Gold Rim Butterfly Fish<\/strong> is an excellent choice for experienced marine hobbyists looking to showcase a rare and vibrant species.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gold Rim Butterfly Fish \u2013 Chaetodon xanthocephalus Overview:The Gold Rim Butterfly Fish is a striking species, easily recognized by its bright yellow head, silvery-white body, and distinctive golden edging along the fins. 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