Hawkfish – Arc Eye

Arc Eye Hawkfish Care Tips:

Minimum Tank Size: 30 Gallons

Max Size: Up to 15cm (6”)

Diet: Carnivore

Temperament: Aggressive

Lifespan: Up to 7 years

Scientific Name: Paracirrhitus Arcuatus

Coral Safe: Yes

Invertebrate Safe: Yes with caution, will eat crabs, shrimp. anemones and small fish.

Approx. Purchase Size: 2-3 inches

Arc eye hawkfish, scientific name Paracirrhitus Arcuatus are a semi-aggressive fish and should be kept with other large semi-aggressive or aggressive fish. Their minimum tank size is 30 gallons. They can grow up to 6” and live up to 7 years. Arc Eye hawkfish are carnivores and should be fed meaty foods such as mysis or brine shrimp. Arc eye hawkfish are best kept in singles. Hawkfish are coral safe but are not invertebrate safe. Hawkfish will prey upon crabs, shrimp, anemones and small fish. Hawkfish will be seen sitting on the ground or on the rocks and will swim from place to place.