This fish is known as
Shortfin Turkeyfish and the correct latin name is
Dendrochirus brachypterus. It belongs to the
Scorpion family. (
e) Origin of this fish is
Indo-Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
This is an aggressive fish which is dangerous for human as well.
Shortfin Turkeyfish can grow up to 17 cm what is approximately 6 inches. In general, 1 specimen requires at least 2040cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 316 square inch. This fish should be kept in aquariums that are medium. (
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 not very difficult to keep the Shortfin Turkeyfish. (
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 recommended pH level is between 8.0 and 8.3 since marine fish are used to these levels in general.

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