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About Virgate Rabbitfish
The Virgate Rabbitfish is a yellow-tan body with distinctive vertical black stripes running from gill to tail. It has a small, rabbit-like mouth positioned ventrally and venomous spines on its dorsal and anal fins.
Key facts
- Diet
- omnivore
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to the central Pacific, including the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding Indo-Pacific reefs.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
- Diet Details
- Marine algae, zooplankton, small crustaceans, frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and prepared foods.
- Max Size
- 9
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires large tank and plenty of algae. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 75 gallon tank • Primarily herbivorous; feed high-quality marine algae, macroalgae, and vegetable matter daily • Temperature range 72–79°F, salinity 1.020–1.025 SG • Provide plenty of live rock and algae growth; may nip or consume soft corals and polyps • Generally peaceful but can be territorial with other rabbitfish; handle with care due to venomous spines
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-79°F pH: 8.1-8.4 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Family
- Siganidae
- Feeding Schedule
- Feed 2-3 times daily
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Notes
- Excellent algae eater. Venomous dorsal spines - handle with care. Peaceful and reef safe with caution.
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