Yellow Goatfish - Parupeneus cyclostomus pipefish

Yellow Goatfish - Parupeneus cyclostomus pipefishYellow Goatfish (Parupeneus cyclostomus) The Yellow Goatfish is a bold, characterful marine species recognised by its elongated body, sensitive chin barbels and the distinctive yellow saddle like patch near the tail. Some specimens show a more yellow overall colour form, while others are greyer with blue edged scales and bright facial markings. In the wild it ranges widely across the Indo Pacific, where it lives around reef associated habitats, sandy

Formerly placed in the genus Premnas

it often uses its strong pectoral fins to prop itself in position and watch the aquarium from a chosen viewpoint

making them a perfect choice for both novice and experienced aquarists

Smaller aquariums may work only for captive-bred or trained feeders with regular target feeding and copepod supplementation

compatible marine fish

offer a varied protein-rich diet including frozen mysis shrimp

texture and a classic brain coral appearance to a reef aquarium

dark spotting and long defensive spines that become prominent when the fish inflates

this is a standout centrepiece clownfish for marine aquariums

Dragon Goby

New Caledonia and parts of the central Pacific

Water Type:Marine