Robust Armour Gurnard
NameRobust Armour Gurnard
Scientific NameSatyrichthys robustus
Common NamesRobust Armour Gurnard, Robust Armoured Searobin
FamilyPeristediidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Deep Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-50
pH Range7.8-8.2
Description
The Robust Armour Gurnard is a unique deep-sea fish from the Indo-Pacific, known for its distinctive bony plates and large, wing-like pectoral fins. It is a benthic carnivore, preying on invertebrates and small fish in cold, dark waters. This species is not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its specialized deep-sea habitat requirements.
