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The color of the Leaf Scorpionfish, also known as the Leaf Fish, or Paper Fish, varies between red, yellow, brown, or blue.
A 30 gallon or larger aquarium with live rock is suitable for this fish. It uses the live rock for hiding as well as for perching while looking for food. Tank mates should be passive fish including other Leaf Scorpionfish. It has poison glands attached to the dorsal, anal, and pelvic spines.
The Leaf Scorpionfish diet consists of live foods such as feeder fish or small shrimp.
Like other scorpionfish and scorpionfish, they are generally compatible with: Large Angelfish, Anglers & Frogfish, Boxfish, Eels, Groupers, Lionfish & Scorpionfish, Puffers and Tangs & Surgeons.
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Name: Leaf Scorpionfish (Taenianotus triacanthus)
Family: Scorpaenidae Range: Indo-Pacific Size: Up to 4 inches Diet: Carnivore Tank Set-up: Marine: Coral, live rock, plants Reef Compatible: With caution Tank Conditions: 72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4 Minimum Tank Capacity: 30 gallon Light: High Temperament: Semi-aggressive Venomous: Yes Swimming Level: Bottom Care Level: Moderate Reproduction: Egg Layer |
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