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About Geo's Tilefish
Geo's Tilefish displays striking yellow-orange coloration on the head and body with white to pale markings along the dorsal fin. The body is elongated and somewhat compressed, with a small terminal mouth typical of benthic jawfish relatives.
Key facts
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Family
- Malacanthidae
- Max Size
- 6
- Feeding Schedule
- 1-2 times daily
- Appearance
- Geo's Tilefish displays striking yellow-orange coloration on the head and body with white to pale markings along the dorsal fin. The body is elongated and somewhat compressed, with a small terminal mouth typical of benthic jawfish relatives.
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines and Indonesia at depths of 40–200 meters.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Diseases
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 75-gallon tank with plenty of open bottom substrate • Deep sand bed (4-6 inches) for burrowing and foraging behavior • Moderate water flow; stable temperature 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.3 • Carnivorous diet: mysis shrimp, copepods, small meaty foods • Requires hiding spots and rubble; easily stressed by aggressive tank mates
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Diet
- carnivore
- Care Level
- Expert
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