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About Island Cowfish EXPERT ONLY
The island cowfish, also known as the hogfish, bottlefish boxfish or island boxfish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Ostraciidae, the cowfishes.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Diet
- omnivore
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 30-gallon aquarium with open swimming space • Water parameters: 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.3, SG 1.020-1.025 • Excellent filtration and strong water flow; sensitive to poor water quality • Feed varied diet: mysis shrimp, copepods, small crustaceans, quality flake food • Peaceful but may consume small ornamental invertebrates; avoid aggressive tankmates
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Origin
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- Max Size
- 19.7
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Appearance
- The island cowfish, also known as the hogfish, bottlefish boxfish or island boxfish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Ostraciidae, the cowfishes.
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
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