Bluetail Leatherjacket
NameBluetail Leatherjacket
Scientific NamePervagor janthinosoma
Common NamesBluetail Leatherjacket, Bluetail Filefish, Ghost Filefish
FamilyMonacanthidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Japan, Australia, Pacific Islands
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-dwarf), Clownfish, Damselfish (less aggressive types), Hawkfish, Wrasses
Description
The Bluetail Leatherjacket, also known as the Bluetail Filefish, is a unique saltwater fish characterized by its mottled body coloration and striking blue tail. It features a prominent dorsal spine that can be locked upright as a defense mechanism. This omnivorous species grazes on algae and small invertebrates in the wild, requiring a varied diet in a home aquarium.
