Species Profile
Flame Hawkfish
Neocirrhites armatus
Also known as: Brilliant Hawkfish
Hawkfishsemi-aggressive
Adult size
3.5″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
8.1–8.4
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
bottom
Diet
Frozen mysis, krill, marine pellets, small chopped shrimp
Notes
Brilliant fire-red body with black markings around the eyes. Perches on coral and rockwork watching for prey. Will eat small ornamental shrimp; otherwise reef-safe. One per tank — they fight conspecifics.
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