Fan-bellied Leatherjacket - Monacanthus chinensis

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$42.49
SKU: 250450
Manufacturer: That Fish Place
MPN: 0618-filefish

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The Fan-bellied Leatherjacket or Fan-bellied Filefish (Monacanthus chinensis) has a flattened body and trigger-like dorsal spine common with all filefish. This filefish also has a large, flat fan-like fin on its underside. Its body is a variable greenish-brown and may have darker spots or wide, diagonal bands.

Filefish are related to the "Triggerfish" common to the aquarium trade but are generally much more docile and peaceful in nature. Although they are compatible with most fish of a similar temperament, they are generally not Reef Safe and will pick at corals, polyps, crabs and other invertebrates. They are best kept in a peaceful, fish-only community aquarium.

Some filefish may be tricky to acclimate to an aquarium diet. Most will accept meaty foods like plankton, clams, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp and similar items. Filefish have small mouths designed for picking food items from small crevices and they cannot eat large items. They may still pick at or attempt to eat crustaceans like shrimp however and may pick at or eat some corals and polyps.

Specifications

Specifications
Common NameFan-bellied Leatherjacket
Scientific NameMonacanthus chinensis
DifficultyModerate
Reef SafeNo
Invert SafeNo
Community SafeYes
Max Size (in inches)15
Min Tank Size (in gallons)120
OriginIndo-Pacific
Specific Gravity Range1.020-1.024
pH Range8.0-8.4
DietOmnivore
Temperature Range75-82

State Restrictions
Alaska
Armed Forces Americas
Armed Forces Europe
Armed Forces Pacific
California
Hawaii
Puerto Rico

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