{"product_id":"white-banner-butterflyfish-heniochus-acuminatus","title":"White Banner Butterflyfish (Heniochus acuminatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe White Banner Butterflyfish, also known as the Longfin Bannerfish, is one of the most striking and recognizable fish in the marine hobby. Its bold pattern of white and black bands contrasted with bright yellow fins, combined with a wonderful long extension to its dorsal fin, makes it a real eye-catcher. Often called the \"Poor Man's Moorish Idol\" for its similar silhouette and colouring, the Heniochus has one major advantage over that notoriously difficult species: it actually thrives in captivity. This is a graceful, active swimmer that adds dramatic movement and serious visual presence to any large FOWLR system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most dramatic silhouettes in the hobby with its flowing white banner fin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant, peaceful temperament that fits well into community tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and adaptable compared to most butterflyfish, eats readily once settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuveniles have been observed picking parasites off other fish, adding a cleaner-like dynamic in larger systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be kept in small groups when introduced together, rare among butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 24 to 26°C (75 to 79°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalinity: 1.024 to 1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 8.1 to 8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlkalinity: 8 to 10 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrate: Under 20 ppm (stable, mature water strongly preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and temperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty: Moderate (hardy for a butterfly, but sensitive to water quality and acclimation stress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperament: Peaceful toward most fish; may become aggressive toward other butterflyfish with similar patterns or colouration, particularly in smaller tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef safe: No (will nip at and eat soft corals, stony polyps, ornamental shrimp, tubeworms, and anemones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum tank size: 125 gallons; larger if keeping a pair or small group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeniochus acuminatus is an omnivore that accepts a wide variety of foods, making it one of the easier butterflies to feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen mysis shrimp (staple)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin-enriched frozen brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirulina, nori, seaweed, and algae-based foods alongside meaty offerings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality marine pellets and flake foods are usually accepted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoaking frozen foods in vitamin and fatty acid supplements is encouraged, as butterflyfish have high metabolisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed 2 to 3 times per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent community fish; pairs well with tangs, angelfish, larger wrasses, and similarly peaceful species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be kept in small schools or pairs; if keeping multiples, introduce all individuals at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid aggressive or highly territorial tankmates that may stress this peaceful fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for reef tanks with prized inverts or corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tight-fitting lid is recommended as these active swimmers can jump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth and acclimation notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiseases that butterflyfish are susceptible to include marine ich, marine velvet, Uronema marinum, and lymphocystis. They are not overly sensitive to copper medications and can be treated successfully. Bannerfish are also prone to lateral line disease, which can quickly lead to death. The best defence is to source a healthy specimen that has been at the dealer for at least a few days, ideally two to three weeks, before purchase. Slow drip acclimation is strongly recommended, and quarantine before introduction to a display system is encouraged for all butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you are buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will receive: 1 White Banner Butterflyfish (Heniochus acuminatus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour, fin length, and size can vary between individuals; the banner fin elongates further as the fish matures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow acclimation is strongly recommended, and quarantine is encouraged before adding to your display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Shop of Coral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53575147913489,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5196\/6737\/files\/HENIOCHUSACUMINATUSWHITEBANNER.png?v=1779224224","url":"https:\/\/littleshopofcoral.ca\/products\/white-banner-butterflyfish-heniochus-acuminatus","provider":"Little Shop of Coral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}