Foureye butterflyfish are deep-bodied and laterally compressed, with a single dorsal fin and a small mouth with tiny, bristle like teeth. . The species gets its common name from a large dark spot on the rear portion of each side of the body. This spot is surrounded by a brilliant white ring, resembling an eye. A black vertical bar on the head runs through the true eye, making it hard to see.
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Expert |
| Diet | Carnivore |
| Size | 6 Inches |
| Origin | Florida |
| Minimum Tank Size | 120 Gallons |
| Water Condition | 72-78F, dkh 8-12, PH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025 |
| Water Flow | Medium |
| Light | Medium |
| Reef Compatible | No |
| Compatibility | See Chart |
The Four-Eyed Butterfly is a peaceful fish and should be housed with other peaceful tankmates. It is possible to keep a male-female pair, but members of the same sex may fight. It is not suitable for the reef aquarium, as it enjoys eating stony corals and gorgonian polyps
The Four-Eyed Butterfly is a carnivore that can be difficult to feed, especially in the beginning. To entice eating, offer live vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, clam, and mashed squid or shrimp. Once eating regularly, offer mysis shrimp and frozen carnivore preparations. The Four-Eyed Butterfly should be fed at least three times a day.