Redbelly Yellowtail Fusilier (Caesio cuning)

Fish in the family Caesionidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.

Redbelly Yellowtail Fusilier

Quick facts

Scientific nameCaesio cuning
FamilyCaesionidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyReef Safe
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietplanktivore
Adult size12 in
Minimum tank size125 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-79°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
Feeding scheduleFeed 2-3 times daily

Appearance

An elegant fusilier with a predominantly yellow and red coloration. The body features bright yellow on the upper portions with red or orange-red on the belly and throat areas. The tail is yellow, and the fish has a sleek, streamlined body shape characteristic of schooling fusiliers.

Difficulty and care for the Redbelly Yellowtail Fusilier

Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to Hawaii, found in coral reef environments of tropical Indo-Pacific regions.

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