Darwin Jawfish
NameDarwin Jawfish
Scientific NameOpistognathus darwiniensis
Common NamesDarwin Jawfish, Darwin's Jawfish
FamilyOpistognathidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Australia, Indonesia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall gobies, Blennies, Small wrasses, Clownfish, Cardinalfish, Prawn gobies (with caution for burrow space)
Description
The Darwin Jawfish is a captivating burrowing fish known for its large eyes and wide mouth. It spends most of its time in a self-constructed burrow, often peeking out to observe its surroundings and ambush small prey. This species is also known for mouthbrooding its eggs.
