This species is known as
Sabre Squirrelfish and the correct latin name is
Sargocentron spiniferum. The family that this fish belongs to is called the
Squirrelfish family. (
e) Origin of this species is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
Although this fish is peaceful, it is poisonous.
Sabre Squirrelfish can grow up to 51 cm what is approximately 20 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 6120cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 948 square inch. This fish should be kept in aquariums that are large. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Capacity of very large aquariums is at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is not very difficult to keep the Sabre Squirrelfish. (
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 Fri Dec 21 18:19:00 UTC 2007
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