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The Hawaiian Squirrelfish, also known as the Striped Squirrelfish, is one of the most common squirrelfish seen by scuba divers. It is bright red with thin, white horizontal stripes.
A 75 gallon or larger aquarium with large amounts of live rock, hiding places, and swimming room is recommended. It will do well with others of its own species as long as there is adequate hiding locations and adequate space. It will eat invertebrates such as worms, crustaceans, and serpent stars. It is a nocturnal fish and hides while the lights are on.
The diet should vary between live feeder shrimps, freeze-dried shrimps, and chopped marine meats.
Like other squirrelfish, they are generally compatible with: Dwarf Angelfish, Large Angelfish, Anglers & Frogfish, Anthias, Basslets, Batfish, Blennies, Boxfish, Clownfish, Filefish, Goatfish, Grunts & Sweetlips, Hawkfish, Hogfish, Parrotfish, Pseudochromis, Puffers, Squirrelfish and Tangs & Surgeons.
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Name: Hawaiian Squirrelfish (Sargocentron xantherythrus, Sargocentron xantherythrum)
Family: Holocentridae Range: Hawaiian Islands Size: Up to 7 inches Diet: Carnivore Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral or rock, plants Reef Compatible: With caution Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4 Minimum Tank Capacity: 75 gallon Light: Low Temperament: Peaceful Swimming Level: Bottom Care Level: Moderate Reproduction: Egg Scatterer |
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