Warty Anglerfish
NameWarty Anglerfish
Scientific NameAntennarius maculatus
Common NamesWarty Frogfish, Clown Frogfish, Warty Anglerfish
FamilyAntennariidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Warty Anglerfish is a master of camouflage, blending seamlessly with its surroundings to ambush unsuspecting prey. It uses a modified dorsal fin spine as a 'fishing lure' to attract smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to its highly predatory nature, it is best kept in a species-specific aquarium.
