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| Family: |
Opistognathidae
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| Species: |
Opistognathus aurifrons |
| Common Name: |
Pearly Jawfish, Yellow Head Jawfish |
| Size: |
4" (10.2 cm)
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| Habitat: |
Tropical Western Atlantic, Caribbean sea. |
| Min Tank Size: |
10 gallon with 5-7” of soft substrate (not fine) for burrowing with rocks of various size to support their burrows.
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| Diet: |
Carnivorous. Food must be provided around the mouth of the burrow, as it will only eat what happens by.
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| Behavior: |
Playful and peaceful.
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| Water: |
Temperature of 72 to 82ºF (22.2 – 27.8°C), sg 1.021 - 1.023, dKH 8-12
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| Care: |
Easy, good filtration and frequent water changes.
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| Communities: |
Good with other fish, but may be bullied by other burrowers. They do well with others of the same species provided tank and burrowing opportunities are appropriate.
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| Suitability: |
Good for all with experience with salt-water systems
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