This species is known as
Longnose Butterflyfish and the correct latin name is
Forcipiger longirostris. It belongs to the
Butterfly Fish family. (
e) It's origin is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
This is a peaceful species which can be kept by beginners.
Longnose Butterflyfish can grow up to 22 cm what is approximately 8 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 2640cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 409 square inch. It is recommended to raise this species in fish tanks that are 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 have at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is easy to keep the Longnose Butterflyfish. (
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 pH level should be stable, varying between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for marine fish.
Longnose Butterflyfish will eat small animals and algae from the top of the corals. It might take longer to get this fish eat commercial fish food.
Bear in mind that Forcipiger Longirostris are very sensitive to water quality.

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