Frill-fin Turkeyfish (Pterois frill)
Fish in the family Scorpaenidae. Expert care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated, triangular body with vibrant red, blue, and yellow bands; distinctive dorsal spines displaying a pattern resembling a frill.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans (copepods), mollusks, marine worms, and other marine fishes in both wild and aquarium environments.
Difficulty and care for the Frill-fin Turkeyfish
Expert - Frill-fin Turkeyfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Diseases
Origin and habitat
Pterois frill is naturally found in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically in countries such as Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Australia (Northern Territory), and other islands of the Pacific Ocean. Their depth range can vary from shallow reefs to around 60 meters.
Log Frill-fin Turkeyfish in your reef tank
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