Longfin Batfish
Platax teira
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Suggested Tank
300+ gallons
Max Size
24 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A tall, disc-shaped spadefish with silvery-tan body, two dark bars through the eye and pectoral base, and dramatically elongated dorsal and anal fins in juveniles that shorten as the fish grows into a large plate-shaped adult. Peaceful, slow-moving and social, it is hardy and personable but grows enormous, 20+ inches tall-bodied, so only very large systems (500+ gallons for adults) are appropriate. It will graze corals, anemones, ornamental shrimp and small fish, and its long fins are easily nipped, so keep it only with large, non-aggressive tankmates in a FOWLR setup.
Reef Safe
No
Environment
Requires a very large marine aquarium with stable salinity, temperature around 72-78°F, moderate water flow, strong filtration, high oxygenation, and open swimming space. Best kept in clean, well-maintained systems with peaceful to moderately active companions.
Behavior
Generally calm and slow-swimming, often seen cruising open water. Juveniles can be shy at first, while adults are usually bold and may be kept singly or in very large systems with compatible tankmates.
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