Marble-mouthed frogfish
NameMarble-mouthed frogfish
Scientific NameAntennarius commerson
Common NamesMarble-mouthed frogfish, Commerson's frogfish, Giant frogfish
FamilyAntennariidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Society Islands
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Marble-mouthed frogfish is a master of camouflage, blending seamlessly with its coral reef environment. It is an ambush predator that uses a modified dorsal fin spine (illicium) as a lure to attract unsuspecting prey. This species is known for its large mouth and ability to swallow fish almost its own size.
