Yellowtail False Fusilier
NameYellowtail False Fusilier
Scientific NamePterocaesio chrysozona
Common NamesYellowtail Fusilier, Gold-band Fusilier
FamilyCaesionidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Western Pacific
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)8.3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesTangs, Large Angelfish, Other Fusiliers, Wrasses (some species)
Description
The Yellowtail False Fusilier is a vibrant schooling marine fish characterized by its blue-grey body, a prominent yellow stripe along its back, and a bright yellow forked tail. These active planktivores are constantly sifting zooplankton from the water column in their natural coral reef habitats. They thrive in large, established saltwater aquariums when kept in groups.
