DKoKoMAN’s 305g Basement Reef

[DKoKoMan]

So I came across a person shutting down there large tank and re-homing some fish. A Copperband Butterfly was needing a home and I couldn’t resist! Snagged him, he is known as “Spot” and was in the system prior to my purchase for 2 years. I have always loved the look of the CBB however was always worried about taking the plunge with a fish that struggles in captivity. I have seen that many people have CBB in their beautiful reefs and I’m hoping for the best with this guy. I have accepted that my Hawaiian feather duster will be eaten as part of the decision to purchase the CBB. Hopefully he’s a model citizen and enjoys my reef.

As always, here are a couple photos.

D

[smokinreefer]

That's awesome. Copper bands are definitely one of my faves.

[Dash]

Ah he’s beautiful! I’ve gone back & forth about getting one of these guys but couldn’t decide for one reason or another. Hope he does well in your tank!

[H2o2]

I have 1 and love it to bits. The bonus with mine he loves aptasia so hopefully yours will clean that up ASAP

[DKoKoMan]

Originally Posted by smokinreefer

That's awesome. Copper bands are definitely one of my faves.

His name is “spot” and I’m super stoked. His colors are stunning and best of all he is a butterfly fish.

Originally Posted by Dash

Ah he’s beautiful! I’ve gone back & forth about getting one of these guys but couldn’t decide for one reason or another. Hope he does well in your tank!

Thanks Dash! Today was a great day as Spot started swimming throughout the tank and blueberry (powder blue) left him alone. His little mouth is comical and he is really social for being in the tank for 1.5 days.

Originally Posted by H2o2

I have 1 and love it to bits. The bonus with mine he loves aptasia so hopefully yours will clean that up ASAP

Fingers crossed that he takes care of the aptasia. I leaned toward a CBB to deal with the aptasia but also love the fish in general. I figured it made sense to acquire a gorgeous fish over multiple peppermint shrimp. If he doesn’t eat the aptasia...oh well. Still a great addition.

[gregzz4]

Have you replaced the bottom plate yet, or just applied that mass of silicone inside?

[DKoKoMan]

Originally Posted by gregzz4

Have you replaced the bottom plate yet, or just applied that mass of silicone inside?

Funny you mention that! I have received a new bottom plate from @Concept but haven’t replaced it yet. My wife and I leave for Cabo in 2 weeks and didn’t want to have any issues while we are away. The silicone managed to seal fairly well (looks terrible) for applying and putting water back within a couple hours. I’m left with a small drip 💧 which catches in a 5g pail. I cannot wait to get it replaced though!

[DKoKoMan]

Originally Posted by gregzz4

Have you replaced the bottom plate yet, or just applied that mass of silicone inside?

Thanks Gregzz!!