{"id":9574,"date":"2026-02-17T18:56:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:56:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/ocellate-butterfly-fish-parachaetodon-ocellatus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T18:56:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:56:27","slug":"ocellate-butterfly-fish-parachaetodon-ocellatus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=ocellate-butterfly-fish-parachaetodon-ocellatus","title":{"rendered":"Ocellate Butterfly Fish Parachaetodon Ocellatus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"177\">Ocellate Butterfly Fish \u2013 <em data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"175\">Parachaetodon ocellatus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"467\"><strong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"192\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"195\" \/>The Ocellate Butterfly Fish is a visually striking marine species, featuring a pale body with bold vertical bands and a distinctive eye-spot (\u201cocellus\u201d) near the tail. Its graceful swimming and unique markings make it an elegant addition to reef and community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"589\"><strong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"480\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"483\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"520\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, including <strong data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"586\">Indonesia, the Philippines, and northern Australia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"776\"><strong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"603\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"606\" \/>Omnivorous \u2014 thrives on <strong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"742\">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=\"778\" data-end=\"897\"><strong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"793\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"796\" \/>Best suited for <strong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"849\">peaceful reef and community tanks<\/strong>, avoiding overly aggressive or nippy species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1001\"><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 defend small territories in confined aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1143\"><strong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1024\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1027\" \/>Recommended for <strong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1081\">intermediate to advanced aquarists<\/strong>, due to its dietary needs and sensitivity to water quality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1168\"><strong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1166\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<li data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1207\">\n<p data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1207\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1205\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1227\">\n<p data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1227\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1225\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1257\">\n<p data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1257\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1255\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<p data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1296\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1294\">75+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1478\">Elegant, colorful, and eye-catching, the <strong data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1366\">Ocellate Butterfly Fish<\/strong> is a standout species for experienced marine hobbyists seeking a unique and visually captivating centerpiece.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ocellate Butterfly Fish \u2013 Parachaetodon ocellatus Overview:The Ocellate Butterfly Fish is a visually striking marine species, featuring a pale body with bold vertical bands and a distinctive eye-spot (\u201cocellus\u201d) near the tail. 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