Aquaria
Randall's Frogfish

Randall's Frogfish

NameRandall's Frogfish
Scientific NameAntennarius randalli
Common NamesRandall's Frogfish, Randall's Anglerfish
FamilyAntennariidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone (best in species tank)

Description

Randall's Frogfish is a small, camouflaged ambush predator native to the Indo-Pacific. It uses a modified dorsal fin spine as a lure to attract unsuspecting prey. This species requires a specialized setup and is best kept in a species-specific tank due to its predatory nature.

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