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About Biota Captive-Bred Radial Filefish
A small, compressed filefish with a distinctive radial pattern of lines radiating from the eye. Body coloration ranges from tan to brown with subtle markings, and a characteristic dorsal spine that can be raised or lowered.
Key facts
- Min tank size
- 40 gallons
- Care Requirements
- • 40+ gallon tank with excellent water flow and quality • Water parameters: 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.3, sg 1.020–1.025 • Varied diet: small crustaceans, mysis shrimp, quality flake foods • Prone to parasites; quarantine recommended • May nibble small ornamental invertebrates and zoanthids
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including waters around Indonesia and the Philippines.
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Diet
- planktivore
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Diet Details
- Primarily feeds on small crustaceans, copepods, and amphipods in captivity. Offer varied fare including frozen mysis shrimp, copepod-rich foods, and high-quality dried foods designed for small planktivores.
- Family
- Monacanthidae
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Care Level
- Moderate
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