Red Handfish
NameRed Handfish
Scientific NameThymichthys politus
Common NamesRed Handfish, Red Warty Handfish
FamilyBrachionichthyidae
OriginAustralia, Tasmania
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5.9
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-60
pH Range8.0-8.4
Description
The Red Handfish is a critically endangered marine fish endemic to southeastern Tasmania, Australia. It is known for its distinctive hand-like pectoral fins, which it uses to "walk" along the seafloor rather than swim. This small, warty-bodied fish is an ambush predator, feeding on small invertebrates.
