Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus aurifrons)
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Yellowhead Jawfish
Yellowhead Jawfish
Opistognathus aurifrons
76 Litres (20 US G.)
7.6-10.2cm (3-4 ")
8.1 - 8.4
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
5-8 years
Family
Opistognathidae
This animal is available captive bred
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Additional names
- Yellowhead Caribbean Jawfish, Yellowhead Jawfish, Pearly Jawfish, Yellowhead Goby
Additional scientific names
- Gnathypops aurifrons, Opisthognathus aurifrons
Environment specifics[edit]
- There must be a reasonable amount of substrate for this fish, either sand or small gravel, as this is a burrowing fish. A tight fitting lid is a must as this fish is also an excellent escape artist!
Identification[edit]
- A distinctive elongated fish with a pale blue upper body and fins, very pale belly and vivid yellow head. It's head is quite short and rounded with the large eyes set well forward. The dorsal and anal fins are long and extend the length of the body, while the caudal fin is short and rounded.
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External links[edit]
- Fishbase (Mirrors: Error creating thumbnail: Unable to save thumbnail to destination)
