OpistognathidaeMarine Fishintermediate
Opistognathus aurifrons 'Yellowhead Jawfish'
Opistognathus aurifrons
Origin: Caribbean, Florida Keys
O
Water Parameters
Temperature24–27 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH8.1–8.3
49
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 10 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 5
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful; may be territorial toward other jawfish
About
Opistognathus aurifrons, the Yellowhead Jawfish, is a fascinating burrowing fish that excavates a home in a sand/rubble substrate and rarely ventures far. Mouth-brooder — males carry eggs. Brilliant yellow head, blue eyes, and elongated white body.
Care Guide
Deep sand bed 10–15 cm with rubble for burrow construction. Covered tank — excellent jumper. Temperature 24–27°C, SG 1.024–1.026. Feed Mysis, Artemia, small frozen foods. Peaceful with non-aggressive tank mates.
Buy Opistognathus aurifrons 'Yellowhead Jawfish' from FinsHQ shops
Shops currently listing this species with stock available
No shops are currently listing Opistognathus aurifrons 'Yellowhead Jawfish'. List your shop on FinsHQ.
Built for aquarium retailers
Sell Opistognathus aurifrons 'Yellowhead Jawfish' in your shop?
Join aquarium shops already using FinsHQ. Get a beautiful webshop, mobile app, and inventory management — built for aquatic retailers.
Start your free store