Filefish – Honeycomb

Honeycomb Filefish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 10″

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 6 years

Scientific Name: Cantherhines Pardalis

Coral Safe: No

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx Purchase Size: 2 -4 inches

The honeycomb filefish, scientific name Cantherhines Pardalis is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. Honeycomb filefish can grow up to 10” and can live up to 6 years. They are omnivores and should be fed frozen meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. They will also eat algae sheets if present. Honeycomb filefish can be kept singly, in pairs or in groups if there is adequate space. Honeycomb filefish will eat coral and prey upon crustaceans. They will be seen swimming around the tank during the day and will hide in the rockwork to sleep at night.