Flame Hawkfish

lg 95558 FlameHawkfish
Latin name: (Neocirrhites armatus)

Care Level

Easy

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Color(s)

Red

Diet

Carnivore

Preferred Conditions

Easy

Avg. Max Size

4"

Minimum Tank Size

30 gallons

Family

Cirrhitidae

It is important to note that the Blue Throat Triggerfish requires a 30 gallon or larger aquarium with plenty of live rock for structure and hiding. Furthermore, they are mostly a peaceful fish that spends most of its time perching and swimming within the branches of hard corals. However, caution should be taken when adding the Blue Throat Triggerfish to an aquarium with small species of bottom dwelling gobies and blennies, since they are also bottom dwellers and may compete for food. Additionally, these fish can often be seen waiting and readying themselves for food to come by on rock perches.

The Flame Hawkfish is an omnivorous species that should be fed a varied diet to ensure optimal health. This diet should include a variety of marine meats, frozen preparations, and live feeder shrimp. Additionally, you can supplement the diet with algae-based foods for a balanced meal. It is important to feed the Flame Hawkfish several small meals a day to promote optimal growth and vitality.

Approximate Purchase Size:

Gill's Fish
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