Lutke's Halfbeak
NameLutke's Halfbeak
Scientific NameHyporhamphus lutkei
Common NamesLutke's Halfbeak, Lutke's Garfish
FamilyHemiramphidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful Tangs, Damselfish, Gobies, Cardinalfish, Other peaceful, non-aggressive marine species
Description
Lutke's Halfbeak is a slender, surface-dwelling marine fish characterized by its elongated lower jaw. It typically has a silvery body with a distinct lateral stripe, blending well with its open water habitat. These active fish are often found in schools near the surface of coastal waters and estuaries.
