Tasseled Filefish
| Latin Name |
Chaetoderma pencilligera |
| Common Name |
Tasseled Filefish |
| Also known as |
Leafy Filefish, Prickly Leatherjacket, Tasseled Leatherjacket |
| Fast Facts |
AVAILABILITY NOTE
This fish is not considered rare, but it is rarely available, never plentiful and sells fast. Jump on them when in stock!
One of the best filefishes for the aquarium. This unique filefish is covered with skin flaps and tassels that help it blend in with the plants it usually lives among. It tends to be a shy species when first added to the tank and will be slower in adjusting if kept with more belligerent tankmates. This species is usually indifferent toward its tankmates, with the exception of members of the same species or related forms. Keep one per tank. Make sure you provide it with a suitable shelter site. |
| Sizes |
Small/Around 1"-2" Medium/Around 2"-3" Large/Around 3"-4" (Large specimens are always rare) X-Large/Around 5"-6"(XLarge specimens are always rare)
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| Range in Nature |
Indo-Pacific |
| Minimum Aquarium Size |
40 |
| Diet and Feeding |
Omnivorous, feed a varied diet that includes frozen preparations for herbivores and meaty foods (e.g., fresh or frozen seafoods) |
| Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult) |
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| Reef Aquarium Compatibility |
This species is not safe with sessile invertebrates, therefore, it is not suitable for a reef aquarium. |
| Related Fish |
More Filefishes |
| Availability |
This fish is rarely available |
| Add to Cart |
Tasseled Filefish
| Size |
Price |
Qty. |
Add |
| Small |
$59.00 |
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| Medium |
$99.00 |
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| Large |
$149.00 |
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| X-Large |
$195.00 |
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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.
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