Leaf Fish

(Taenianotus triacanthus)

$44.99

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Locale Indo Pacific

Size S - 1" to 2" M - 2" to 3" L - 3" to 4"

Color Red Yellow Brown

Care Level: Moderate

Color: Blue, Red, Tan and Yellow

Diet: Carnivore

dKH: 8 - 12

Family: Scropaenidae

Maximum Size: 4''"

Minimum Tank Size: 30 Gallons

pH: 8.1 - 8.4

Reef Compatible: With Caution

Specific Gravity: 1.020-1.025

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Temperature: 72 - 78° F

Venomous: Yes

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Overview

The color of the Leaf Fish, also known as the Leaf Scorpionfish, or Paper Fish, varies between red, yellow, brown, or blue.

A 30 gallon or larger aquarium with live rock is suitable for this fish. It uses the live rock for hiding as well as for perching while looking for food. Tank mates should be passive fish including other Leaf Fish. It has poison glands attached to the dorsal, anal, and pelvic spines.

When first introduced into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. The Leaf Fish diet consists of live foods such as feeder fish or small shrimp.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 3"; Large: 3" to 4"