Spotted Rabbitfish
NameSpotted Rabbitfish
Scientific NameSiganus guttatus
Common NamesSpotted Rabbitfish, Orange-spotted Rabbitfish, Gold-spotted Rabbitfish
FamilySiganidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Western Pacific, Southeast Asia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietherbivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution), Groupers, Snappers, Pufferfish
Description
The Spotted Rabbitfish is a large, herbivorous marine fish known for its distinctive pattern of orange or gold spots over a bluish-green body. It is native to the Indo-Pacific and is prized for its algae-eating capabilities in a reef tank. Care must be taken as its dorsal, anal, and pelvic fins possess venomous spines.
