Goatfish – Red

Red Goatfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size:  80 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 30cm (1′)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Peaceful

Lifespan: Up to 10 years

Scientific Name: Parupeneus Multifasciatus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes with caution (Will eat crustaceans it can fit in its mouth)

Approx. Purchase Size:  2 – 3 inches

The red goatfish, scientific name Parupeneus Multifasciatus is a peaceful fish. Their minimum tank size is 80 gallons. They can grow up to 1’ and can live up to 10 years. The red goatfish is a carnivore and should be fed frozen meaty foods such as brine or mysis shrimp. Red goatfish prefer to be kept in pairs or small groups but can also be kept alone. Goatfish will be out during the day searching through the sand. They use their barbels (located under their chin) to search for prey hiding in the sand. Goatfish will not bother coral but they will prey upon crustaceans.