Pearly Jawfish, Yellowhead Jawfish - Opistognathus aurifrons

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Pearly Jawfish

Scientific Name

Opistognathus aurifrons

Reef Compatible

Yes

Care Level

Intermediate

Disposition

Peaceful

Min. Tank Size

24 gallons

Mature Size

4 inches

Diet

Carnivore

Range

Caribbean

Size Class

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Other Common Names

Yellowhead Jawfish, Yellow-headed Jawfish

Description

This delicate burrowing species is a favorite among aquarists. Will construct an intricate burrow with reef sand and coral rubble and will fascinate you for hours. May do well in a small colony and has been noted to spawn in captivity.

Jawfish are well known for frightening easily and will jump out of uncovered aquariums. Only one jawfish should be kept per tank unless a confirmed pair can be obtained. May attack small ornamental shrimps. Jawfish require sand substrate as this is how they make their burrows.

Diet

Feed a varied diet consisting of chopped meaty marine foods. These foods include krill, raw table shrimp, squid, clam and mussel. It is also a good idea to occasionally supplement with some type of herbivore diet.

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001149

Pearly Jawfish, 1"-3", Caribbean

~~$49.99~~

$44.99

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