Rosenblatt's Jawfish (Opistognathus rosenblatt's)
Fish in the family Opistognathidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Rosenblatt's Jawfish is a small, elongated fish with a mottled tan and brown coloration and distinctive large eyes positioned high on the head. It has a characteristic large jaw and spends most of its time near or within a burrow on the substrate.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and small crustaceans 2-3 times daily. This species is a benthic forager and feeds on small invertebrates in its natural habitat.
Difficulty and care for the Rosenblatt's Jawfish
Moderate - Rosenblatt's Jawfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Eastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from the Gulf of California to Peru along the west coast of Central and South America.
Log Rosenblatt's Jawfish 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 Rosenblatt's Jawfish alongside everything else in your reef.
Related Fish
