Butterfly Perch

• A pinkish coloured fish with a speckling of small black spots, a large black spot on sides, bluish hints around the head.  
  
  

• Scientific Name: Caesioperca lepidoptera,
• Habitat: Found inshore, near rocky reefs to 100m. Splendid perch found in more northern waters and Allports in southern waters
• Temperament: Peaceful and timid
• Tank Age/Maturity: Mature tank at least 6 months and 400 litres up to 1,000 litres for mature fish.
• Diet: Newly caught fish need live food but after settling in tank eats everything from flake food to mysid, partial to prawns.
• Threatened Species: N/A
• Special Requirements: A very timid fish when newly caught, can easily be pushed off food.
• Size: 30cm