Fish of the Day: Falco's Hawkfish

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Falco's Hawkfish, Dwarf Hawkfish / Cirrhitichthys falco

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SCIENTIFIC NAME - Cirrhitichthys falco

COMMON NAME - Falco's Hawkfish (Dwarf Hawkfish)

SIZE - 2.8" (7 cm)

MIN. AQUARIUM SIZE - 20 US Gal. (76 L)

FOODS AND FEEDING - Meaty marine fare for carnivores, crustacean flesh, Mysid shrimp, fresh / live and frozen preparations. Feed Daily.

REEF COMPATIBILITY - May feed on smaller delicate shrimp, small fish, otherwise, excellent.

CAPTIVE CARE - The Hawkfish acclimates well to captivity but may be shy until acclimated to system. Less dangerous to tank mates than most other available Hawkfish, a good choice for beginners, Not to be trusted with Dartfishes, small Gobies, some Anthias, Flasher Wrasses. Should be the last fish introduced in a low aggressive species tank. Spends most of the time sitting on the bottom. Keep only one per tank or a pair if obtainable.
 
I was just ready about this guy the other day very beautiful fish might have to give the boot to one of my fishes to make room for this guy
 

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