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About Golden Hawkfish
The Golden Hawkfish is a small, deep-bodied fish with striking golden-yellow to orange-red coloration covering most of its body. It has prominent cirri (filaments) extending from the nostril and along the dorsal fin, and a slightly elongated snout with a terminal mouth. The body is compact and robust, with a notable hump at the head.
Key facts
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Diet
- carnivore
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate. The Golden Hawkfish is hardy once established but demands live rock perches, precise feeding, and careful tank mates due to its aggressive territorial behavior. Poor acclimation or sudden parameter swings can cause stress and disease.
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 70-gallon tank required for active swimming and territorial behavior • Temp 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.3, SG 1.020-1.025, stable alkalinity • Coral-safe; requires live rock and crevices for shelter • Carnivorous: feeds on small fish, crustaceans, frozen foods • Mostly peaceful but territorial; keep one per tank or in large systems
- Appearance
- The Golden Hawkfish is a small, deep-bodied fish with striking golden-yellow to orange-red coloration covering most of its body. It has prominent cirri (filaments) extending from the nostril and along the dorsal fin, and a slightly elongated snout with a terminal mouth. The body is compact and robust, with a notable hump at the head.
- Min tank size
- 70 gallons
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.026
- Max Size
- 8
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Family
- Cirrhitidae
- Common Health Issues
- Parasitic infections (especially ich), bacterial infections, loss of appetite with poor acclimation
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