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Oxymonacanthus longirostris (Acclimated) 5-7 cm

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Data sheet

Delivery price Europe
Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
Minimum order amount for live products
50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
Maintenance
Medium
Temperament
Quite peaceful
Food
Alguivore
Reef compatibility
Compatible
Recommended number
Alone
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Package information for the winter period
A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.

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Oxymonacanthus longirostris – Longnose Filefish for Mature Reef Aquarium

Oxymonacanthus longirostris, also known as the longnose filefish, is a very distinctive fish with a tapered body, recognizable by its elongated snout and small beak-shaped mouth. This fish, native to the Indo-Pacific, is known for its delicate swimming and peaceful behavior, moving among branched hard corals.

A Fish for Experienced Tanks

This fish has specific dietary requirements. In the wild, it feeds almost exclusively on Acropora coral polyps. In captivity, it is therefore imperative to have a mature reef aquarium rich in microfauna and corals. Introducing this fish is not recommended in young reef tanks or those lacking in biodiversity.

Maintenance Conditions

  • Minimum recommended volume: 350 liters
  • Temperature: 24°C to 27°C
  • pH: 8.0 to 8.4
  • Decor: branched corals, live rocks, calm areas
  • Moderate to strong water flow

Behavior and Compatibility

Oxymonacanthus longirostris is a peaceful and discreet fish, showing no aggressive behavior towards other fish. It moves slowly among the corals in search of food. It is best kept alone or in pairs in a specific reef tank, without direct competing species for food.

Feeding

Essential natural diet:

  • Acropora coral polyps (main source in the wild)
  • Microfauna on live rocks
  • Nauplii of copepods, enriched artemia (to be fed regularly)

This fish is very difficult to acclimate to inert food. It is reserved for experienced aquarists with a very stable and mature reef aquarium.

Why Choose Oxymonacanthus longirostris?

  • Fish with a unique snout and graceful swimming
  • Peaceful behavior and very visual in a reef
  • Perfect for enthusiasts of specialized reef tanks
  • An original silhouette that immediately catches the eye

Oxymonacanthus longirostris is a rare jewel for specialized reef aquariums. It requires meticulous maintenance but offers in return a calming and natural spectacle in coral-dominated tanks.

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