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Morwongs

 Goniistius zonatus (Spottedtail Morwong)

Goniistius zonatus
(Cuvier, 1830)

Spottedtail Morwong

Not Reef Tank Suitable

Not Suitable for Fish-Only Tank

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These fishes belong in the Order Perciformes and Suborder Percoidei, where they are members of the Family Cheilodactylidae. There are 5 genera having a total of 18 species and all prefer cooler waters than normally maintained in the hobby. All feed on invertebrates, need lots swimming area, and a varied diet should they make it into the trade.


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