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Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
3 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A pint-sized perching predator with a whitish body marked by red-brown spots that merge into diagonal triangular bars, plus tufts of cirri on each dorsal spine and two red bars beneath the eye. Lacking a swim bladder, it spends its day propped on rockwork and corals with thickened pectoral rays, darting out to grab food and then resettling. Hardy and undemanding in a mature reef with plenty of live rock, but it is a bold, semi-aggressive hunter that will eat small shrimp and tiny fish and may bully firefish, dartfish and small gobies; keep it singly (or as an established pair) under a tight-fitting lid.
Reef Safe
With caution
Environment
The Falco Hawkfish prefers a tank with plenty of hiding spots and perching locations. It does not require a reef environment, but it can thrive in one as long as there are plenty of spaces to hide and perch. The tank should have a secure lid, as these fish are known jumpers.
Behavior
Falco Hawkfish are known for their perching behavior. They prefer to sit on ledges, corals, or other elevated spots, from where they can keep an eye on their surroundings and dart out to catch prey. They can be territorial and may not get along with other hawkfish.
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Christian
@Christian27484
Can be aggressive to new additions but is a good option if you absolutely love the fish.
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