Magpie Perch
NameMagpie Perch
Scientific NameGoniistius nigripes
Common NamesMagpie Perch, Magpie Morwong
FamilyCheilodactylidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Southern Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large temperate wrasses, Large angelfish, Robust triggerfish (with caution), Larger damselfish
Description
The Magpie Perch is a distinctive temperate marine fish characterized by its bold black and white vertical bands and a reddish-orange tail. It is a benthic feeder, foraging for invertebrates and some plant matter on the seafloor. This species requires a large, mature aquarium with stable conditions to thrive.
