Longsnout Butterflyfish
NameLongsnout Butterflyfish
Scientific NameForcipiger longirostris
Common NamesLongnose Butterflyfish, Forceps Butterflyfish, Big Longnose Butterflyfish
FamilyChaetodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)9
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (non-aggressive), Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Wrasses
Description
The Longsnout Butterflyfish is easily recognized by its elongated snout, which it uses to probe for small invertebrates in rock crevices. Its body is typically bright yellow with a black dorsal fin and often a dark mask over its eyes. This species requires a mature, large saltwater aquarium with plenty of live rock for foraging.
