Red-Spotted Tilefish (Hoplolatilus oreni)
Fish in the family Malacanthidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, colorful tilefish with a white to pale body and distinctive red or orange spots and stripes along the head and body. The dorsal fin displays bright coloration with red spots.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including mysis shrimp, copepods, small crustaceans, and finely chopped marine flesh. Provide multiple small feedings daily to match their natural grazing behavior on small prey items.
Difficulty and care for the Red-Spotted 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, Hole in the head disease, Columnaris
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, including the Great Barrier Reef, Indonesia, and the Philippines, typically found at depths of 40-200 meters.
Log Red-Spotted Tilefish in your reef tank
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