{"title":"Butterflies \u0026 Foxfaces","description":"\u003cp\u003eButterflies, foxfaces and other grazers, including Aiptasia hunting Copperbands. Check each listing for how they get along with corals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"medium-copperband-butterfly-3-4","title":"Copperband Butterfly, Medium (3 to 4 in)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Copperband Butterfly (3 to 4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTransform Your Tank with One of the Reef's Most Elegant Centerpieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLooking for a graceful, eye-catching specimen that brings true sophistication to your saltwater aquarium? Exclusively available at The Coral Boutique, the Copperband Butterfly is one of the most iconic and coveted additions in the marine aquarium hobby. Featuring vertical copper-orange bands across a pearlescent white body, a striking false eyespot near the dorsal fin, and a uniquely elongated snout, this exotic marine species delivers unmatched elegance and timeless reef tank appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCurrently available at medium size (approximately 3 to 4 inches), this Copperband Butterfly is at the ideal stage to acclimate to your home aquarium. Known for their slow, deliberate swimming style and inquisitive personalities, Copperbands are also prized as natural Aiptasia controllers, using their long, tweezer-like snouts to pick at pests and microfauna in live rock. With patience and proper conditioning, this rewarding species becomes a calm, charismatic centerpiece that pairs beautifully with peaceful reef communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Stats \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copperband Butterfly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium (Approx. 3 to 4 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful (Best housed with calm, non-aggressive tank mates in a stable, mature system)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore (Thrives on live or frozen mysis, brine shrimp, clam on the half shell, and high-quality marine preparations; conditioning is key)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution (Generally safe with most corals; may nip at clams, feather dusters, and tube worms)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 to 78°F, dKH 8 to 12, pH 8.1 to 8.4, sg 1.020 to 1.025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From The Coral Boutique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt The Coral Boutique, we specialize in ethically sourced, healthy, and exceptionally well-conditioned saltwater aquarium specimens. When you buy a Copperband Butterfly online from us, you can rest assured that your new addition has been carefully quarantined, conditioned, and is eating well before it ever ships to your door, giving you the best possible start with this remarkable species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54113098334483,"sku":null,"price":60.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3647\/2595\/files\/MediumCopperbandbutterfly.jpg?v=1777951999"},{"product_id":"med-foxface","title":"Foxface, Medium","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFoxface (Medium)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTransform Your Tank with Bold Color and Effortless Presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a striking, conversation-starting specimen... The Foxface is one of the most visually commanding species in the marine aquarium hobby. Its vivid yellow body, dramatic black-and-white facial mask, and confident swimming style make it an instant focal point in any saltwater aquarium. Far from an ordinary addition, the Foxface carries a reef-ready personality that blends seamlessly into diverse tank communities while still commanding attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-sized specimens in the 3 to 5\" range are at an ideal stage: large enough to hold their own, still adaptable to a new environment, and with plenty of growth ahead in a well-maintained saltwater tank. The Foxface is notably hardy, active throughout the day, and has a practical bonus: a genuine appetite for nuisance algae, including bubble algae and hair algae. For aquarists who want beauty and function in a single species, this is a rare combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQUICK STATS \u0026amp; CARE GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foxface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium (approx. 3 to 5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy, an excellent choice for intermediate reef keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; may become territorial with its own species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore, nori, algae-based pellets, spirulina, and naturally grazes on tank algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution; may nip at LPS and soft coral polyps if underfed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 to 78°F | pH 8.1 to 8.4 | Salinity 1.020 to 1.025 | dKH 8 to 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery specimen from The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our facility until it is actively eating and thriving before it ever ships to you. When you buy a Foxface online through us, you're receiving a healthy, acclimated specimen, not a gamble.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54700343034131,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3647\/2595\/files\/FullSizeRender_9b11572a-4456-4a2a-81a1-9adfb4bb37cd.jpg?v=1789186916"},{"product_id":"med-magnificent-foxface","title":"Magnificent Foxface, Medium","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMagnificent Foxface (Medium)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTransform Your Tank with Bold Pattern and Effortless Elegance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a true showpiece species that earns a second look every time? The Magnificent Foxface (\u003cem\u003eSiganus magnifica\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the more visually striking members of the Siganidae family, featuring a dramatic black-and-white masked face that fades into a vivid yellow body. Rarer in the hobby than its cousin the common Foxface, this species commands attention in any reef tank without demanding constant care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt medium size, this specimen is well past the fragile juvenile stage and already displaying its full, confident coloration. Magnificent Foxfaces are active, curious, and surprisingly personable: they quickly learn to recognize their keeper and become a dynamic centerpiece of any saltwater aquarium. As a bonus, they're natural grazers that actively browse nuisance algae, making them as functional as they are beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQUICK STATS \u0026amp; CARE GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnificent Foxface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium (approx. 3 to 4 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate, ideal for intermediate to advanced aquarists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; semi-aggressive toward similar species. Venomous dorsal spines: handle with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore; readily accepts nori, algae-based flake and pellet foods, frozen mysis, and fresh vegetables. Actively grazes on hair algae and cyanobacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, with caution. May nip at LPS or soft corals if underfed; keep well-fed to minimize risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temp: 72 to 78°F | Salinity: 1.020 to 1.025 | pH: 8.1 to 8.4 | dKH: 8 to 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Magnificent Foxface we ship from The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility, eating aggressively on prepared foods before it ever reaches your door. When you buy Magnificent Foxface online, trust that you're getting a healthy, acclimated specimen ready to thrive in your home aquarium from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54700347326739,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3647\/2595\/files\/FullSizeRender_3d7b9f0a-f51e-4b8f-964c-4696d3c72286.jpg?v=1789187113"},{"product_id":"aussie-marginalis-butterfly","title":"Aussie Marginalis Butterfly","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAussie Marginalis Butterfly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTransform Your Tank with a Rare Australian Showpiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a truly uncommon butterfly species? The Chaetodon marginalis — sourced directly from Australian waters — is one of the more elusive members of the butterfly family to surface in the hobby, prized for its crisp white body, bold vertical banding, and subtle yellow accents that catch light at every angle. Unlike many butterfly species collected from Indo-Pacific regions, Australian specimens are known for their exceptional hardiness and vibrant, undamaged coloration. If you're building a display-worthy saltwater aquarium, this is a standout addition that commands attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaching up to 5–6 inches at full maturity, the Marginalis carries itself with calm confidence — often becoming the centerpiece of any marine aquarium it inhabits. It adapts well to aquarium life when provided adequate swimming space, stable water parameters, and a varied diet, rewarding dedicated aquarists with active, personable behavior and long-term resilience that is rare among butterfly species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQUICK STATS \u0026amp; CARE GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marginalis Butterfly \/ Australian Butterflyspecimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3–4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — frozen mysis, brine, chopped seafood, pellets; train to prepared foods early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution — may nip at soft corals and large-polyp LPS; best in FOWLR or species-appropriate reef setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F | pH 8.1–8.4 | Salinity 1.020–1.025 | Ammonia \u0026amp; Nitrite 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Aussie Marginalis we offer at The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility — eating heartily on prepared foods before it ever ships to your door. When you buy butterfly species online, provenance and pre-shipment care make all the difference, and that's exactly what sets us apart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67579250868499,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3647\/2595\/files\/IMG-3262.png?v=1790980220"},{"product_id":"moorish-idol","title":"Moorish Idol","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMoorish Idol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTransform Your Tank with an Iconic Reef Species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a true showstopper for your marine aquarium? The Moorish Idol is one of the most visually striking specimens in the saltwater hobby: bold black, white, and yellow banding, a dramatic elongated dorsal filament, and a graceful, sweeping silhouette that commands attention the moment it enters the water. Long coveted and notoriously difficult to source in healthy, eating condition, a well-acclimated Moorish Idol is a genuine trophy for the serious aquarist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaching up to 9 inches in the wild, this species typically settles between 5 to 7 inches in a home aquarium environment, holding its shape and elegance as it matures. The Moorish Idol is an active, curious specimen that patrols open water with purpose, best suited for larger, established saltwater tanks with experienced keepers who appreciate the challenge and reward this species brings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQUICK STATS \u0026amp; CARE GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moorish Idol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3 to 5 inches (contact us for current stock sizing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expert, not recommended for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; may show aggression toward similar body shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varied omnivore, sponges, tunicates, algae, mysis shrimp, high-quality prepared foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With caution, known to nip at soft corals, sponges, and LPS polyps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 to 78°F | pH 8.1 to 8.4 | Salinity 1.020 to 1.025 | dKH 8 to 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Moorish Idol we ship from The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, rigorously quarantined, and, most critically, confirmed feeding on prepared foods before it ever leaves our facility. We won't ship a specimen we wouldn't keep ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67650767520019,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/3647\/2595\/files\/IMG-3853.jpg?v=1791901766"}],"url":"https:\/\/thecoralboutique.com\/collections\/butterflies-foxfaces.oembed","provider":"The Coral Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}