Halfspotted Hawkfish (Paracirrhites hemistictus)
Fish in the family Cirrhitidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, stout-bodied hawkfish with a mottled tan to reddish-brown coloration marked by darker spots and stripes. Notable features include venomous spines on the dorsal fin and a characteristically positioned mouth adapted for ambush predation.
Diet and feeding
Feed small crustaceans, mysis shrimp, and finely chopped seafood. They actively hunt small fish and crustaceans in the wild; offer a varied carnivorous diet in captivity and feed on a schedule that mimics natural feeding patterns.
Difficulty and care for the Halfspotted Hawkfish
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, Hole in the Head, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific coral reef environments, ranging from East Africa and the Red Sea through Indonesia to the Hawaiian Islands and Micronesia.
Log Halfspotted Hawkfish in your reef tank
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