Dusky Leatherjacket
NameDusky Leatherjacket
Scientific NameThamnaconus modestoides
Common NamesDusky Leatherjacket, Modest Filefish
FamilyMonacanthidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish, Larger Gobies, Blennies, Hawkfish, Puffers (non-aggressive species)
Description
The Dusky Leatherjacket is a marine filefish characterized by its compressed body, small mouth, and often mottled brown and black patterns for camouflage. It possesses a distinctive retractable dorsal spine and a leathery skin texture. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics and may nip at corals or anemones in a reef setting.
