Leaf Fish
Posted on : 24-12-2008 | By : swftank | In : Profiles: Fish, Scorpions
Tags: Leaf Fish, Leaf Scorpion, Leaf Scorpionfish, Paper Fish
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Leaf Fish
(Taenianotus triacanthus)
QUICK STATS
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, sg 1.020-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 4″
Color Form: Blue, Red, Tan, Yellow
Venomous: Venomous
Diet: Carnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Hawaii
Family: Scropaenidae
The color of the Leaf Fish, also known as the Leaf Scorpionfish, or Paper Fish, varies between red, yellow, brown, or blue.
A 30 gallon or larger aquarium with live rock is suitable for this fish. It uses the live rock for hiding as well as for perching while looking for food. Tank mates should be passive fish including other Leaf Fish. It has poison glands attached to the dorsal, anal, and pelvic spines.
When first introduced into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. The Leaf Fish diet consists of live foods such as feeder fish or small shrimp.
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