White Collar Butterfly
Chaetodon collare
Original price was: $206.99.$108.99Current price is: $108.99.
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| Only 1 left | 2.25 - 3.5" - Indo-Pacific | Original price was: $206.99.$108.99Current price is: $108.99. |
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| Out of Stock | 3.5 - 4.75" - Indo-Pacific | Original price was: $309.99.$162.99Current price is: $162.99. | Email me |
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| Care Level | Moderate |
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| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Reef Safe | No |
| Functional Benefit | Ornamental Only |
| Diet Type | Carnivore |
| Mininum Tank Size | 55 gallons |
| Max Size | 8 inches |
| Temperature | 72–78°F |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.022–1.025 |
The White Collar Butterfly (Chaetodon collare), also commonly sold as the Pakistan Butterflyfish or Redtail Butterflyfish, has a dark brown body with a crisp white “collar” band behind the head and a bright red tail base. It’s a reef-associated Indo-West Pacific butterflyfish most often seen cruising rock edges and open water in a steady, unhurried pattern.
What You’ll Observe:
- Daytime cruising laps along the front glass and around rockwork, with frequent “inspection stops” to peck at surfaces
- Pair-oriented behavior in larger systems, including two fish traveling side-by-side through the same routes
- A consistent routine once settled—circling, grazing/pecking, then returning to a preferred lane or corner
- Strong interest in food movement in the water column, often following the same feeding zone each time
Provide open swimming room plus several rock arches and crevices so it can weave in and out while staying visible. Offer a varied mix of finely chopped meaty frozen foods multiple times daily, and keep feeding consistent at the same spots in your tank. Medium-size specimens (around 3 inches and up) often transition to prepared foods more consistently and settle into a predictable routine.
Is it normal for a White Collar Butterflyfish to “peck” at rocks and the glass?
Yes—many keepers describe constant exploratory pecking as normal for butterflyfish, especially during the first few weeks as they map the tank and look for natural forage.
How long does it usually take before it eats confidently in a new aquarium?
Many hobbyists report an initial “watch and cruise” phase, then gradually bolder feeding once it recognizes your feeding schedule and the flow patterns that carry food.
Can I keep two White Collar Butterflyfish together?
In larger aquariums, keepers often aim for a compatible pair added together; in tighter spaces, hobbyists more often report success with a single specimen to keep interactions calm and predictable.
Why does it pace the same path over and over?
Repeated routes are commonly reported and usually reflect a comfort loop: a preferred lane with good flow, visibility, and quick access to cover.
Will it take pellets and flakes long-term?
Some owners get them onto pellets, but success is highest when pellets are introduced alongside frozen foods and offered repeatedly in the same feeding zone so the fish learns what “counts” as food.
We work with trusted suppliers who keep our specimens healthy and well-fed before shipping.
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