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Flame Hawkfish
BeginnerNeocirrhites armatus
A vivid red hawkfish with habit of perching on corals. Hardy and easy to keep.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
23〜26℃
Lifespan
5-7 years
Size
8-10cm
Diet
Frozen food, Pellets
About
A vivid red hawkfish with habit of perching on corals. Hardy and easy to keep. Diet: Frozen food, Pellets. Lifespan: 5-7 years. Adult size: 8-10cm. Water: Specific gravity 1.023-1.025. Temperature: Maintain 24-26°C.
Basic Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Size
8-10cm
Temperature
23〜26℃
Diet
Frozen food, Pellets
Care Guide
Water
Specific gravity 1.023-1.025
Temperature
Maintain 24-26°C
Tankmates
Eats shrimp, not reef-safe with shrimp
Notes
Unique habit of perching on corals
HawkfishRedPerchingHardy
Care Specifications
- pH
- 8.1–8.4
- Water Temp.
- 22–26℃
- Specific Gravity
- 1.02–1.025
- Salinity
- 33–35 ppt
- Min. Tank
- 114 L
Semi-aggressiveWith caution
Sources: LiveAquaria
References & Sources
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Taxonomy & Authority
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / 環境省 特定動物リスト / 環境省 特定外来生物等一覧
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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