Rabbitfish – Foxface

Foxface Rabbitfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  100 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 22.5cm (9″)

Diet: Herbivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 15 years

Scientific Name: Siganus Unimaculatus

Coral Safe: Yes with Caution ( If not properly fed has been known to eat coral)

Invertebrate Safe: Yes

Approx. Purchase Size:  Small: 2 – 3 inches Medium: 4 -5 inches Large: 7-8 inches

The foxface rabbitfish, scientific name Siganus Vulpinus is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 100 gallons. Foxface rabbitfish can grow up to 9” and can live up to 12 years. Rabbitfish are herbivores and should be fed different types of algae such as pellets and nori sheets. Foxface rabbitfish should be kept singly or in bonded pairs, they will fight with other rabbitfish. Rabbitfish are known to nip at coral if they are not properly fed and they will not bother invertebrates. Rabbitfish can be kept with peaceful tankmates but they can also be kept with large aggressive tankmates due to their venomous spines on their dorsal fin. Caution should be taken when moving these fish and the dorsal fin should never be touched.