Brown Heniochus Med

About this fish

Brown Heniochus Med is a butterflyfish for the home saltwater aquarium. The species commonly sold under this name is Heniochus varius, valued for its graceful, disc-shaped profile and eye-catching patterns. In practice, this fish is best used as a centerpiece in a spacious setup where its feeding and social needs can be met, while keeping expectations in mind about how butterflyfish may interact with corals and small invertebrates. If you’re building a fish-forward display, a Brown Heniochus can be an excellent choice because it typically does best with stable conditions and compatible tankmates that help it settle in.

Features:

• Graceful, disc-shaped butterflyfish that looks best in a spacious tank with plenty of rock to navigate
• Often nips/picks at corals and small invertebrates, making most setups a better fit as fish-only (with live rock) rather than a reef
• Does best with stable water quality and peaceful, compatible tankmates
• Responds well to varied feeding, including frozen mysis and clam plus quality prepared foods
• Adjust slowly when first introducing it to your aquarium, giving it quiet time and cover to settle in

Specifications:

• Shop name: Brown Heniochus Med
• Scientific name (when sold as this fish): Heniochus varius
• Category: Butterflyfish (marine fish)
• Recommended setup: Fish-forward saltwater aquarium with live rock; generally not ideal for reef tanks due to coral/invertebrate picking
• Temperament: Generally peaceful with compatible tankmates
• Diet: Frozen mysis, clam, and quality prepared foods
• Feeding frequency: Several times per day
• Temperature: ~24–26°C (typical marine range)
• Salinity: ~1.020–1.025 specific gravity (typical marine range)
• pH: ~8.1–8.4 (typical marine range)