Blacktail Grubfish
NameBlacktail Grubfish
Scientific NameParapercis hexophtalma
Common NamesBlacktail Grubfish, Sixspot Grubfish, Sixspot Sandperch, Spotted Sandperch
FamilyPinguipedidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Samoa, Southern Japan, New South Wales, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)11
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tangs, Hawkfish, Lionfish (of similar size), Triggerfish (cautiously), Other large, robust, non-aggressive fish
Description
The Blacktail Grubfish is a predatory marine fish characterized by its elongated body, white coloration adorned with numerous black spots, and a distinctive black blotch on its caudal fin. It is a bottom-dwelling species that spends much of its time burrowed in sandy substrates, ambushing small fish and invertebrates. This species requires a mature aquarium with ample sand bed for its natural burrowing behavior.
