Spotted Hawkfish
NameSpotted Hawkfish
Scientific NameCirrhitichthys oxycephalus
Common NamesSpotted Hawkfish, Coral Hawkfish, Pearly Hawkfish
FamilyCirrhitidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Hawaii, Japan
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarger Angelfish, Tang, Wrasse, Damselfish, Clownfish, Gobies (larger species)
Description
The Spotted Hawkfish is a small, hardy marine fish known for its distinctive reddish-orange body covered in white spots and its habit of perching on rocks. It is a carnivorous predator that will consume small crustaceans and invertebrates. This species is generally easy to care for, making it suitable for beginner to intermediate aquarists.
