Singular Bannerfish (Heniochus singularis)
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Singular Bannerfish
Singular Bannerfish
Heniochus singularis
284 Litres (75 US G.)
17.8-20.3cm (7-8 ")
8 - 8.3
23-26°C (73.4 -78.8 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
7-8 years
Family
Chaetodontidae
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Contents
Origin
- Adaman islands to Samoa, north to southern Japan, south to Rowley Shoals, and New Caledonia
Sexing
- Requires close examination
Tank compatibility
- Peaceful
Diet
- Corallivore
Feeding regime
- Daily
Environment specifics
- FOWLR tank
Behaviour
- Will nip at coral polyps
Identification
- Typical Butterflyfish in shape. Juveniles closely resemble juvenile Heniochus monoceros and Heniochus acuminatus. The white ring around the mouth, the black instead of the yellow caudal fin and the complete ocular band distinguishes it from H. acuminatus at all sizes. Adults have black-centered scales in the main white band, juveniles have long banners. Has a mostly black face.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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