{"id":8696,"date":"2026-02-17T07:10:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:10:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/lunula-butterfly-fish-chaetodon-lunula\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T07:10:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:10:44","slug":"lunula-butterfly-fish-chaetodon-lunula","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=lunula-butterfly-fish-chaetodon-lunula","title":{"rendered":"Lunula Butterfly Fish Chaetodon Lunula"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"159\">Lunula Butterfly Fish \u2013 <em data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"157\">Chaetodon lunula<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"437\"><strong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"174\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"177\" \/>The Lunula Butterfly Fish is a striking marine species, featuring a bold black \u201cmask\u201d over its eyes, contrasting with a bright yellow and white body. Its elegant swimming and vibrant pattern make it a captivating centerpiece for reef and community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"550\"><strong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"450\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"453\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"490\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, including <strong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"547\">Hawaii, Japan, and the Great Barrier Reef<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"737\"><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"564\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"567\" \/>Omnivorous \u2014 thrives on <strong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"703\">frozen or live mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and high-quality marine flakes or pellets<\/strong>, with occasional algae grazing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"883\"><strong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"754\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"757\" \/>Best suited for <strong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"835\">peaceful to moderately aggressive reef and community tanks<\/strong>, avoiding overly aggressive or nippy species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"984\"><strong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"900\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"903\" \/><strong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"925\">Generally peaceful<\/strong>, though may defend feeding territories in smaller tanks.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1133\"><strong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1007\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1010\" \/>Recommended for <strong data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1064\">intermediate to advanced aquarists<\/strong>, due to its dietary requirements and sensitivity to water quality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1158\"><strong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1156\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1286\">\n<li data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1197\">\n<p data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1197\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1195\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1217\">\n<p data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1217\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1215\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1247\">\n<p data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1247\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1245\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1286\">\n<p data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1286\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1284\">75+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1442\">Vibrant, elegant, and hardy, the <strong data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1346\">Lunula Butterfly Fish<\/strong> is a visually striking addition that brings color and personality to larger marine aquariums.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lunula Butterfly Fish \u2013 Chaetodon lunula Overview:The Lunula Butterfly Fish is a striking marine species, featuring a bold black \u201cmask\u201d over its eyes, contrasting with a bright yellow and white body. Its elegant swimming and vibrant pattern make it a captivating centerpiece for reef and community aquariums. 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