Tinkeri Butterflyfish

General information

Tinkeri Butterflyfish (Chaetodon tinkeri) is a small-sized species that can grow up to 6 inches in length. They have a mostly white body with a black stripe that runs from the base of their dorsal fin to the tail. They also have a black mask on their face, which extends down to their chin. These fish are relatively hardy and can be kept in a variety of aquarium setups, but they do require pristine water conditions.

Tinkeri Butterflyfish are omnivores and feed on a variety of foods in the wild, including algae, small invertebrates, and coral polyps. In captivity, they can be fed a varied diet that includes high-quality flakes, pellets, and frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and chopped seafood.

There is no reliable way to visually sex Tinkeri Butterflyfish.

Tinkeri Butterflyfish have not been bred successfully in captivity, and little is known about their spawning behavior in the wild.

Tinkeri Butterflyfish are generally hardy fish, but like all saltwater species, they can be susceptible to parasitic, bacterial, and fungal infections. It is important to maintain excellent water quality and to quarantine any new additions to the aquarium to prevent the spread of disease.

Tinkeri Butterflyfish are found in the tropical waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean, from the Gulf of California to Colombia and Ecuador.

Tinkeri Butterflyfish may nip at some types of soft and stony corals, so it is important to choose compatible tankmates and provide plenty of hiding places and coral structures in the aquarium.

When introducing Tinkeri Butterflyfish to a new aquarium, it is important to acclimate them slowly to prevent stress and shock. This can be done by floating the fish in a plastic bag on the surface of the aquarium for 15-20 minutes to equalize the temperature, and then gradually adding small amounts of aquarium water to the bag over the course of an hour or two before releasing the fish into the aquarium.