Saltwater Fish

Species Name Oxycirrhites typus Common Name Longnose Hawkfish Care Level Moderate Lifespan 5-7 years Adult Size 5 inches (12.7 cm) Diet Carnivore (small crustaceans and fish) Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons Temperature 72°F – 78°F (22°C – 26°C) Water Conditions pH 8.1-8.4, Salinity 1.020-1.025, dKH 8-12 About the Longnose Hawkfish – Species Summary The Longnose Hawkfish, scientifically known as Oxycirrhites […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Synchiropus splendidus Common Name Mandarin Goby (also known as Mandarin Dragonet) Care Level Intermediate to Expert Lifespan 3-5 years Adult Size Up to 4 inches (10 cm) Diet Carnivore (small copepods, amphipods, and tiny crustaceans) Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons Temperature 72-78°F (22-26°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Mandarin Goby The […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Zanclus cornutus Common Name Moorish Idol Care Level Expert Lifespan 7-10 years in captivity, varying in the wild Adult Size Up to 9 inches (23 cm) Diet Omnivore (sponges, tunicates, algae, and zooplankton) Minimum Tank Size 125 gallons Temperature 72-78°F (22-26°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Moorish Idol The Moorish Idol […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Scaridae (Family) Common Name Parrotfish Care Level Moderate to Difficult Lifespan 5-7 years Adult Size Varies by species, 12-30 inches (30-75 cm) Diet Primarily herbivore (algae and dead coral) Minimum Tank Size 250 gallons for smaller species, larger for bigger species Temperature 72-82°F (22-28°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Parrotfish Parrotfish, […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Pseudochromis Common Name Dottybacks Care Level Moderate Lifespan 5-7 years Adult Size 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) Diet Carnivorous Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons Temperature 72-80°F (22-27°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Pseudochromis Pseudochromis, commonly referred to as Dottybacks, are a vibrant addition to any marine aquarium. They are small, colorful, and […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Tetraodontidae Common Name Pufferfish Care Level Moderate to Difficult Lifespan 5-15 years (depending on species) Adult Size 1-24 inches (varies by species) Diet Omnivorous (primarily carnivorous) Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons (for smaller species) Temperature 74-78°F (23-26°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 (varies) About the Pufferfish Pufferfish, belonging to the Tetraodontidae family, are […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Siganidae Common Name Rabbitfish Care Level Moderate Lifespan 5-7 years Adult Size 12-16 inches (depends on the species) Diet Herbivorous Minimum Tank Size 125 gallons Temperature 72-78°F (22-26°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Rabbitfish Rabbitfish, belonging to the Siganidae family, are marine fish renowned for their vibrant colorations and peaceful demeanor. […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Hippocampus Common Name Seahorse Care Level Advanced Lifespan 1-5 years Adult Size 0.6 – 14 inches (varies by species) Diet Carnivorous Minimum Tank Size 30 gallons Temperature 68-72°F (20-22°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Seahorse Seahorses, members of the Hippocampus genus, are enchanting marine fish known for their unique appearance and […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Abudefduf saxatilis Common Name Sergeant Major Care Level Moderate Lifespan 5-7 years Adult Size 6-9 inches Diet Omnivorous Minimum Tank Size 55 gallons Temperature 70-80°F (21-27°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Sergeant Major The Sergeant Major, known scientifically as Abudefduf saxatilis, is a vibrant marine fish that draws attention with its […]

Aspect Detail Species Name Holocentridae Common Name Squirrelfish Care Level Moderate Lifespan Up to 5-7 years Adult Size Varies, typically 5-12 inches Diet Carnivorous Minimum Tank Size 70 gallons Temperature 72-78°F (22-26°C) Water Conditions dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 About the Squirrelfish Squirrelfish belong to the family Holocentridae and are commonly recognized by their vibrant red hue, large eyes, […]