Butterfly Fishes vs Invertebrates

[Elune]

Hi,

intending to keep 1 x butterfly fish in my tank. But i read that butterfly fishes will eat invertebrates. in this case, will it attack my cleaner shrimps / sea cucumber / turbo snails / starfish?

Anyone care to share their experiences?

 

[billsreef]

The butterfly's will not bother shrimps, however, depending on the species they could pick at the other critters you mention.

 

[nts9]

they cn be a pain in the butt if youre not prepared or dont have the resources
i feed my pair ( c. octofasciatus) live orals twice a week
sps and rics