Tassle Filefish (Prickly Leatherjacket)

Description

Chaetodermis pencilligerus

Needs plenty of places to hide and is rarely aggressive toward tankmates with the exception of it’s own genus. Filefishes are available seasonally and geographically. Don’t let their shy, delicate appearance fool you, a few make interesting, affordable aquarium specimens. Should not be kept with invertebrates in a reef setting. This specimen requires at LEAST three feedings a day of mysis shrimp, shaved raw shrimp, scallop and other finely chopped meats.

Maximum Size: the Chaetodermis pencilligerus grows up to 12 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Tassle Filefish (Prickly Leatherjacket) prefers a tank of at least 70 gallons with plenty of pla

Diet: The Chaetodermis pencilligerus is a omnivore and likes to eat variety of chopped foods (meats & veggies) like , krill, scallop, shrimp, squid, clam.

Level of Care: The Tassle Filefish (Prickly Leatherjacket) is a low maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Tassle Filefish (Prickly Leatherjacket) 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: Indo-Pacific.