Indian Frogfish
NameIndian Frogfish
Scientific NameAntennarius indicus
Common NamesIndian Frogfish, Indian Anglerfish
FamilyAntennariidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Indian Ocean
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Indian Frogfish is a master of camouflage, blending seamlessly with its surroundings to ambush prey. It possesses a modified dorsal fin spine (illicium) with a lure (esca) to attract unsuspecting fish and crustaceans. This species is an opportunistic predator, known for its lightning-fast strike.
