Scrawled Cowfish
NameScrawled Cowfish
Scientific NameLactophrys quadricornis
Common NamesScrawled Cowfish, Cowfish
FamilyOstraciidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Angelfish, Tangs, Blue Jaw Triggerfish, Dogface Puffer, Lionfish
Description
The Scrawled Cowfish is a distinctive marine fish characterized by its box-like body, bony plates, and two prominent horns above its eyes. Its body is adorned with intricate blue-green lines and spots, giving it a 'scrawled' appearance. This species is a slow-moving bottom dweller that can release a potent toxin when stressed, which can be lethal to other fish in an enclosed aquarium.
