Longnose Hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus)
Fish in the family Cirrhitidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Small, elongated body with a distinctive long, pointed snout and bright red coloration marked with white spots or bands. Large pectoral fins with cirri (filament-like appendages) on the dorsal fin and head are characteristic of the family.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, small fish pieces, and quality flake foods designed for carnivorous fish. They are active hunters that prefer live or recently thawed food offerings multiple times daily.
Difficulty and care for the Longnose 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, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific coral reefs from the Red Sea and East Africa to Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef, typically found at depths of 20–200 meters.
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