Rosy Deepsea Boarfish
NameRosy Deepsea Boarfish
Scientific NameAntigonia capros
Common NamesRosy Deepsea Boarfish, Boarfish
FamilyAntigoniidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-45
pH Range7.8-8.2
Description
The Rosy Deepsea Boarfish is a deep-water marine fish characterized by its compressed, diamond-shaped body and prominent eyes. It typically inhabits continental slopes and seamounts across various oceans at significant depths. This species is not suitable for home aquariums due to its specialized deep-sea habitat requirements.
