This species is known as
False Moorish Idol and the correct latin name is
Heniochus diphreutes. The family that this fish belongs to is called the
Butterfly Fish family. (
e) It's origin is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
This is a peaceful fish.
False Moorish Idol can grow up to 21 cm what is approximately 8 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 2520cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 390 square inch. This species will require to be kept in a tank that is large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums hold at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is easy to keep the False Moorish Idol fish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The suggested level of pH (a measure of the acidity/basicity) is between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for most marine fish.
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Document modified on Wed Dec 12 20:32:12 UTC 2007
Document created on Wed Dec 12 20:32:12 UTC 2007
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