Where to buy Broadbarred Firefish
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About Broadbarred Firefish
Elongated, oval-shaped body. Mainly bright yellow with broad, black stripes; a prominent white bar spans from dorsal fin to tail tip. Distinctive black spots on caudal fin.
Key facts
- Temperament
- Aggressive
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections
- Appearance
- Elongated, oval-shaped body. Mainly bright yellow with broad, black stripes; a prominent white bar spans from dorsal fin to tail tip. Distinctive black spots on caudal fin.
- Diet Details
- Brine shrimp, small fish, marine invertebrates, polychaete worms
- Reef safety
- Not Reef Safe
- Origin
- The broadbarred pufferfish (Pterois voltreus) is primarily found in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in Australia, Hawaii, French Polynesia, and various Pacific islands. They are typically found in shallow reef environments at depths ranging from 1 to 30 meters.
- Care Level
- Expert
- Family
- Scorpaenidae
- Min tank size
- 200 gallons
- Difficulty Level
- Expert - Broadbarred Firefish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F (24-27°C) pH: 8.0-8.4 Salinity: 1.021-1.025
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