Epaulette Shark

Description

Hemiscyllium ocellatum

Prefers tidepools and reefs, the Epaulette shark is touted as one of the best sharks for the home aquarium. Best kept alone, it likes to find a cave or ledge to sit on. Likes to perch near staghorn corals particularly. Will dig in sand, be sure rock structure is secure. May bite if provoked. Sizes shipped are roughly 6 inches to two feet depending on availability. Will grow to a little over four feet in length.

Maximum Size: the Hemiscyllium ocellatum grows up to 48 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Epaulette Shark prefers a tank of at least 180 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Diet: The Hemiscyllium ocellatum is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of chopped crustaceans, fish pieces, shrimp, shellfish, squid.

Level of Care: The Epaulette Shark is a high maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Epaulette Shark may act aggressively toward other fish. Not Venemous but may bite if provoked.

Hardiness: This is not a hardy fish.

Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F).

Range: Australia.

Breeding: Able to breed.