Randall's Tilefish (Hoplolatilus randalli)
Fish in the family Malacanthidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Randall's Tilefish is a small, elongated fish with a predominantly blue to purple head and body, featuring yellow-orange spots and markings along the sides. It has a small mouth adapted for feeding on small crustaceans and displays a characteristic dig-and-burrow behavior.
Diet and feeding
Feed small frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and high-quality small pellets. Offer 2-3 times daily in small portions. This species naturally feeds on small crustaceans in deep reef rubble zones.
Difficulty and care for the Randall's Tilefish
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, specifically recorded from deep reefs in the Mariana Islands and Hawaiian Islands.
Log Randall's Tilefish 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 Randall's Tilefish alongside everything else in your reef.
