Casio – Whip Tail

Whip Tail Casio Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 35cm (1′ 2”)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful (Schooling fish)

Lifespan: Unknown

Scientific Name: Pentapodus Caninus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes with Caution (May go after shrimp)

Approx. Purchase Size: 2 inches

The whip tail casio, scientific name Pentapodus Caninus, is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 80 gallons. Whip tail casio’s can grow up to a maximum size of 1’ 2”, however that size is never reached in captivity. The whip tail casio is a carnivore and should be fed small pieces of frozen food such as mysis or brine shrimp. Casio’s are schooling fish. It is possible to keep them alone, in pairs or groups as long as there is adequate space. Whip tail casios are reef safe with caution. They will not bother coral, and most invertebrates. It may prey upon shrimp that will fit in its mouth. Once the whip tail casio is comfortable will be seen swimming out in the open throughout the entire tank. The whip tail casio will hide and sleep in crevices in the rocks.