Can Auriga Butterflyfish Live With Clarkii Clownfish?
Auriga Butterflyfish and Clarkii Clownfish CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 8.0–8.4.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (9" and 5").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Auriga Butterflyfish (peaceful) may have issues with Clarkii Clownfish (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 90 gallons
| Parameter | Auriga Butterflyfish | Clarkii Clownfish |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 8–8.4 | 8–8.4 |
| Max Size | 9" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | All | Middle |
| Min Tank | 75 gal | 30 gal |
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