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November 23, 2009
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Rogue Fish
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Rogue Fish
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

The Rogue Fish may also be called the Sailfin Scorpion or Rogue Scorpion. Its color may vary between red, yellow, brown, or blue.

A 30 gallon or larger aquarium with live rock is suitable. It uses the live rock for hiding in as well as for perching while looking for food. Tank mates should be passive fish including others of its own genera. It has poison glands attached to the dorsal, anal, and pelvic spines.

The Rogue Fish diet consists of live foods such as feeder fish or small shrimps.

Like other lionfish and scorpionfish, they are generally compatible with: Large Angelfish, Anglers & Frogfish, Boxfish, Eels, Groupers, Lionfish & Scorpionfish, Puffers and Tangs & Surgeons.

Fish Facts
Name: Rogue Fish (Amblyapistus taenianotus)
Family: Scorpaenidae
Range: Indo-Pacific
Size: Up to 4 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: 30 gallon
Light: High
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Swimming Level: Bottom
Care Level: Moderate
Reproduction: Egg Layer
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