Filefish – Red Tail

Red Tail Filefish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 15cm (6″)

Diet: Omnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 6 years

Scientific Name: Pervagor Melanocephalus

Coral Safe: No

Invertebrate Safe: No

Approx. Purchase Size:  1 – 3 inches

The red tail filefish, scientific name Pervagor Melanocephalus is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 80 gallons. Red tail filefish can grow up to 6” 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. Red tail filefish can be kept singly, in pairs or in groups if there is adequate space. Red tail 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.