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Cyprinocirrhites polyactis
Common name: Many-rayed Hawkfish. This fish has a reddish ovaloid body.
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For your zone EUROPE la France, delivery fees are 24,90 € with carrier EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend
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| See all delivery fees | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
Delivery fees for other zones:
| Country | Carrier | Cart amount | Delivery fees |
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
| ZONE EUROPE1 200 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 29,89 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert | ||
| ZONE EUROPE2 210 | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 39,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | 39,90 € | ||
| EUROPE la France | EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
| 248,99 à 100 000 € | Offert |
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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
- Easy
- Temperament
- Neither aggressive nor peaceful
- Food
- Carnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Not compatible
- Recommended number
- Alone
- Price according to size
- XS S M L XL
- Maximum size
- 10 cm
(10 centimeters) - Delivery date
- Choose your delivery day at the "Address" step in your cart.
- Reproduction
- Impossible
- Package information for the winter period
- A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.
En savoir plus
Cyprinocirrhites polyactis: the lyre-tail hawkfish, peaceful and elegant
The Cyprinocirrhites polyactis, often called the lyre-tail hawkfish or sometimes hawkfish with lyre tail, is an original and peaceful reef fish belonging to the Cirrhitidae family. Unlike other hawkfishes with a solitary temperament, this specimen displays a much more sociable attitude, especially when kept in a suitable environment.
The Cyprinocirrhites polyactis has a light orange to yellow body, often slightly translucent, marked with small light spots and a dark ocellus at the operculum level. Its caudal fin forms a slightly tapered lyre-shaped tail, giving it an elegant and unique appearance. As an adult, it reaches a size of about 12 cm.
A peaceful and sociable behavior
The lyre-tail hawkfish is known for its calm temperament. It gets along well with other non-aggressive reef fish and can even be kept in small groups or pairs if the aquarium allows. It does not exhibit marked territoriality like other members of its family.
This fish often adopts a perched position on rocks or branching corals, observing its environment without being fearful. It is also known for not attacking medium to large mobile invertebrates, making it a safer option for mixed reef aquariums.
A stable and well-decorated aquarium starting from 300 liters
The Cyprinocirrhites polyactis should be kept in an aquarium with a minimum volume of 300 liters. It particularly appreciates rocky decorations with many elevated resting areas and natural hiding places. Branching corals, mounds, or flat substrate areas are ideal for replicating its natural perches.
The water flow should be moderate to avoid disturbing its sedentary behavior, and lighting can be medium to strong depending on the tank's setup. It is not demanding on parameters but is sensitive to sudden changes.
A peaceful carnivore with easy feeding
The Cyprinocirrhites polyactis is a non-aggressive carnivore. It accepts a wide variety of foods, including:
- Artemia, mysis, krill either frozen or live,
- Sinking protein pellets,
- Small pieces of shrimp or mollusks.
It is recommended to feed 1 to 2 times a day, ensuring that the food reaches the areas where it perches. It is not quick to eat but will feed willingly if not outcompeted by faster fish.
An ideal hawkfish for community reef tanks
The Cyprinocirrhites polyactis is an excellent option for well-thought-out reef aquariums. Its peaceful coexistence, graceful appearance, and calm behavior make it a wise choice for aquarists looking for an original and non-confrontational fish.
For medium to large-sized, well-decorated aquariums populated with calm fish, the lyre-tail hawkfish is an elegant, low-maintenance species compatible with many invertebrates and knows how to stand out without being dominant.
Common name: Many-rayed Hawkfish. This fish has a reddish ovaloid body.
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