Foxface

Latin Name

Siganus vulpinus

Common Name

Foxface

Also known as

Foxface Rabbitfish

Fast Facts

IMPORTANT NOTICE
The spines of this, and all Rabbitfishes are venomous. Do not touch!

The foxface rabbitfish is an excellent aquarium fish that is yellow with a white and black band on its head. (There is a closely related form, the onespot rabbitfish, Siganus unimaculatus, which is very rarely seen in the trade – its husbandry is similar). This is an attractive and exceptionally hardy aquarium species. It can be quite nervous when first introduced to the tank and may take a long time to adapt in an area with excessive foot traffic. Does best if some algae is present in the tank – if not, feed frequently. These fish are usually indifferent toward its tankmates, except closely related species and members of its own kind. This species is indifferent toward its tankmates, except closely related species and members of its own kind. Juveniles will tolerate each other, but adults should be kept singly. Provide a tank with plenty of hiding places, as well as some open swimming room.

Sizes

Small/Around 2"2.5"
Medium/This fish is usually around 3"-4"
Large/Around 4"-5"

Range in Nature

Western Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size

Diet and Feeding

Herbivore, provide with a varied diet that includes frozen and flake foods for herbivores as well as dried algae sheets.

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult)

Reef Aquarium Compatibility

This is an excellent reef aquarium fish. It will help control some forms of algae.

Availability

Regularly Available

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Foxface

Size	Price	Qty.	Add
Small	$24.99
Medium	$29.99
Large	$39.99

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.