Saltcorner
By Bob Goemans
By Bob Goemans
Not Reef Tank Suitable
Likely Fish-Only Tank Suitable
Range: Eastern Central Pacific: Hawaii, French Polynesia and Pitcairn Islands to Marshall, Mariana, Phoenix and Samoa Islands.
Size: 12 inches (30 cm)
Natural Environment: Inhabits shallow coral reefs and adjacent sandy areas at depths usually below 30 feet (10 m) and mainly feeds on worms, shrimp, small octopuses, crabs, snails, and small fishes.
General Husbandry: Somewhat unattractive/drab having a dark reddish body with two blackish vertical body bands and a white caudal peduncle.
Taxonomy:
Order: Perciformes
Suborder: Percoidei
Family: Mullidae
Genus: Parupeneus
FYI: Not purposely collected for the trade, shown here for identification only.
More a gamefish - for human consumption species.
Formerly classified as Parupeneus bifasciatus.
Experience Level: Professional
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore
Minimum Tank Size: 150+ gallons
Temperature Range: 72 - 82°F (22 – 28°C)
