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Tetrasomus gibbosus

Difficult to keep in capitivity. Unlike the Long Horned Cowfish, the Camel Cowfish is not as widely known with Aquarists as it is rarely imported in any large numbers making this fish a somewhat rare. Those who have aquired this fish though, love it for its adaptability and hardiness. Like its cousins, the Helmeted Cowfish should not be kept with aggressive or fast moving fishes. It is also suggested not to place this fish in a tank that houses any cleaner type fish, as they may injure the fish. The Helmeted Cowfish should not be kept with other Boxfish, as they can be territorial, as well. This fish can emit a toxin if it dies that may kill fish in your tank. Keep plenty of carbon on hand to use in case of death. Carbon filtration and large water changes should keep any disaster from happening.

Maximum Size: the Tetrasomus gibbosus grows up to 4 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Camel Cowfish prefers a tank of at least 60 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Diet: The Tetrasomus gibbosus is a omnivore and likes to eat variety of chopped foods (meats & veggies), bloodworms or live Mysis Shrimp.

Level of Care: The Camel Cowfish is a high maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Camel Cowfish may act peacefully toward other fish. It is a venomous fish, ostracitoxin. Warning signs include stress and concavity in the side walls.

Hardiness: Difficult to keep in capitivity

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

Range: Sri Lanka, Indo-West Pacific, Red Sea, and East Africa eastward through Indonesia to northern Australia, northward to southern Japan. Immigrated into the southeastern Mediterranean through the Suez Canal..

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