Squaretail Filefish
NameSquaretail Filefish
Scientific NamePervagor janthinosoma
Common NamesSquaretail Filefish, Black Filefish
FamilyMonacanthidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Angelfish (larger species), Clownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Other peaceful reef fish
Description
The Squaretail Filefish is a small, dark-bodied filefish characterized by its yellow fins and a prominent white spot on its caudal peduncle. Native to the Indo-Pacific, it typically inhabits coral reefs and lagoons. While generally peaceful, it may nip at certain corals and requires a varied diet of meaty foods and algae.
