Range: Indo-West Pacific, Red Sea and East African including the south coast of South Africa, along with Indonesia and southern Japan

Size: Up to 12 in (30 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabit weedy areas in coastal bays and lagoons

General Husbandry: Has a temperature range of 72 to 82°F (22 - 28°C) and feeds upon benthic invertebrate. Requires an enriched meaty diet, e.g., brine shrimp, krill, earthworms, tubifex, worms, chunky fish and shrimp flesh. Not safe with tubeworms and/or, can become fin-nippers. Require numerous daily feedings (three or more) and plenty of swimming space. Poisonous to eat.

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