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Sargassum Fish
Description
Histrio histrio
| The Frogfishes or Anglers, Family Antennariidae.Species identifications can be trying, with much confusing overlapping of physical traits, color, and patterns; luckily all these globose animals’ care is similar. Providing cover for perching and cryptic matching is desirable and one constant in their husbandry: they will gladly inhale any/all other tankmates small enough to get into their capacious maws. Yes, they can ingest fishes actually longer than themselves. One of the more popular Anglers for its looks, the Sargassum Angler is a master of camouflage in its habitat,and can change from light to dark in coloration. Commonly found in amongst the Sargassum Algae, the Sargassum Angler completely mimics the Sargassum Algae with folds and tufts of skin. The Sargassum Angler is a much more aggressive Angler in that it will try to swallow prey 2 to even 3 times its own size, making this fish easier to place with larger predatory fish i.e. Lionfish, smaller grouper species, Snappers, and small Sharks and Rays. |
| Maximum Size: the Histrio histrio grows up to 8 inches. Minimum Tank Size: The Sargassum Fish prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Diet: The Histrio histrio is a carnivore and likes to eat any small creatures (fish, inverts). Level of Care: The Sargassum Fish is a medium maintenance fish. Behavior: The Sargassum Fish may act peacefully toward other fish. Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F). Range: All Tropical seas, except Eastern Pacific. |
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