Goatfish
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NameGoatfish
Scientific NameParupeneus insularis
Common NamesIsland Goatfish
FamilyMullidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Hawaii, Marshall Islands, Mariana Islands, Samoa, Tonga
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (peaceful species), Wrasses, Triggerfish (less aggressive species), Other Goatfish species
Description
The Island Goatfish (Parupeneus insularis) is a distinctive marine fish known for its two prominent chin barbels, which it uses to probe the substrate for small invertebrates. It typically displays a dark body with a broad white band around its midsection. These active bottom-dwellers are found in sandy and rubble areas of coral reefs.
