Inkspot Tonguefish
NameInkspot Tonguefish
Scientific NameSymphurus nigrocinctus
Common NamesInkspot Tonguefish
FamilyCynoglossidae
OriginWestern Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Small blennies, Small wrasses, Non-aggressive invertebrates
Description
The Inkspot Tonguefish (Symphurus nigrocinctus) is a small, cryptic marine flatfish found in the Western Atlantic, including the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. This bottom-dwelling carnivore buries itself in sand or mud, feeding on small invertebrates. Its unique flattened body and camouflaged coloration make it an interesting, though often hidden, inhabitant of a specialized marine aquarium.
