Vagabond Butterfly (Indian Ocean) Eels and a single black blotch

and a single black blotch marks the base of its tail

and also remains one of the smallest of its genus

and is also one of the easiest to keep of all the butterflyfish

A gentle giant

and may be distinguished from the similar chocolate tang because of its slightly elongated body

Vagabond Butterfly (Indian Ocean) Eels and a single black blotchThe alluring Indian Ocean Vagabond butterfly has a delightful criss cross pattern overtop its shimmering white body and an inky black stripe through its eyes. Its tail is bright lemon yellow with a black stripe. It can be differentiated from the similar Philippines Vagabond by the dark crescent shadowing its rear body. It grows up to 8 inches and needs an aquarium of at least 125 gallons. This species is hardy and makes a great beginner's