Golden Spadefish (Platax boersii)
Fish in the family Ephippidae. Expert care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Golden Spadefish have a distinctive oval, laterally compressed body with a bright yellow to golden coloration. They develop prominent dark vertical bars and exhibit an overall disc-like shape characteristic of the Ephippidae family.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality marine flakes, small pellets, and frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped meaty foods. Supplement with some vegetable matter. Feed 2-3 times daily in smaller portions.
Difficulty and care for the Golden Spadefish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from Indonesia to the Philippines and other Southeast Asian waters.
Log Golden Spadefish in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Golden Spadefish alongside everything else in your reef.
