Striped Squirrelfish 4.5" WYSIWYG
Striped Squirrelfish 4.5" WYSIWYG
(Sargocentron xantherythrum)
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Care Level: Moderate
Color: Black, Red and Yellow
Diet: Carnivore
dKH: 8 - 12
Family: Holocentridae
Maximum Size: 6
Minimum Tank Size: 50 Gallons
pH: 8.1 - 8.4
Reef Compatible: Yes
Specific Gravity: 1.020-1.025
Temperament: Peaceful
Temperature: 72 - 78° F
Venomous: Yes
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Overview
The Striped Squirrelfish, also known as the Hawaiian Squirrelfish, is one of the most common squirrelfish seen by scuba divers. It is bright red with thin, white horizontal stripes.
A 70 gallon or larger aquarium with large amounts of live rock, hiding places, and swimming room is recommended. It will do well with others of its own species as long as there is adequate hiding locations and adequate space. It will eat invertebrates such as worms, crustaceans, and serpent stars. It is a nocturnal fish and hides while the lights are on.
When first introduced into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. The diet should vary between live feeder shrimps, freeze-dried shrimps, chopped marine meats.
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