Filefish – Orange Spotted

Orange Spotted Filefish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  30 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 12.5cm (5″)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 2 years

Scientific Name: Oxymonacanthus Longirostris

Coral Safe: No

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  2 -3 inches

The orange spotted filefish, scientific name Oxymonacanthus Longirostris is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 30 gallons. Orange spotted filefish can grow up to 5” and can live up to 2 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. Orange spotted filefish are best kept in pairs. Orange spotted filefish will eat coral but will not bother invertebrates. They will be seen swimming around the tank during the day and will hide in the rockwork to sleep at night.