Twoeye Coralfish / Coradion melanopus

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Twoeye Coralfish / Coradion melanopus
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SCIENTIFIC NAME –Coradion melanopus

COMMON NAME – Twoeye Coralfish

SIZE – 4.7" (12 cm)

MIN. AQUARIUM SIZE – 55 US Gal. (208 L)

FOODS AND FEEDING – The Twoeye Coralfish consumes sponges and hydroids. Once acclimated, offer frozen marine fare for Butterflyfish and angel fish. Should be fed a minimum of 3 times per day.

REEF COMPATIBILITY – With caution. Will not bother noxious soft corals.

CAPTIVE CARE – The Twoeye Coralfish should be kept singly unless a proven pair is available. This species prefers to be kept with peaceful tank mates and one acclimates, is a hardy fish. The fish should be provided with plenty of rock work covered with sponge, hydroids, small crustaceans, and benthic invertebrates. Prefers an environment with plenty of hiding places and temperatures in the range of 72-81 F (22-27 C).
 

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