Ishikawa's Ribbonfish
NameIshikawa's Ribbonfish
Scientific NameTrachipterus ishikawae
Common NamesIshikawa's Ribbonfish, Ishikawa's Dealfish
FamilyTrachipteridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Japan, Taiwan
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5000
Max Size (Inches)78.7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-45
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
Ishikawa's Ribbonfish is a large, deep-sea marine fish characterized by its elongated, ribbon-like body and silvery coloration. As a predatory species found in the Indo-Pacific, it inhabits depths typically unsuitable for home aquariums. Due to its immense size and specialized deep-sea requirements, it is not kept in captivity.
