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Oxycirrhites typus Longnose Hawkfish
Oxycirrhites typus
Origin: Indo-Pacific
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Water Parameters
Temperature24–27 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH8.1–8.3
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Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 13 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 5–8
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful toward fish; eats shrimp and small crustaceans
About
Oxycirrhites typus (Longnose Hawkfish) is an attractive marine fish with a checkerboard red-and-white tartan pattern and an elongated snout. Perches on coral tips and fans, watching for prey.
Care Guide
pH 8.1–8.3, SG 1.025, temp 24–27°C. Will eat small shrimp and ornamental crustaceans — not fully reef-safe. Provide high-flow areas for perching. Hardy and bold personality.
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