Elegant Sand Diver
NameElegant Sand Diver
Scientific NameTrichonotus elegans
Common NamesElegant Sand Diver, Spotted Sand Diver
FamilyTrichonotidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Maldives, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall gobies, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Flasher wrasses, Other peaceful planktivores
Description
The Elegant Sand Diver is a unique and beautiful saltwater fish known for its elongated body, distinctive spotted pattern, and elaborate dorsal and caudal fin filaments. These shy fish are sand-dwelling, burying themselves when threatened or at night, thus requiring a deep sand bed in the aquarium.
