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Opistognathus aurifrons 4-6 cm
Common name: Yellowhead Jawfish. This fish has a very light blue, almost white body with pale blue spots.
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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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| EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo - Levend | 0 à 248,99 € | 24,90 € |
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| ZONE 300 SUISSE | Suisse - EXPRESS 24H Vivant - Live - Lebenden - Vivo – Levend | 0 à 100 000 € | 44,90 € |
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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
- Difficult
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Food
- Carnivore
- Reef compatibility
- Compatible
- Recommended number
- Alone or in a couple
- 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
- Possible
- Package information for the winter period
- A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.
En savoir plus
Opistognathus aurifrons – Yellowhead Jawfish, Sociable Burrower
Opistognathus aurifrons, also known as the yellowhead jawfish, is an original and endearing species. With its bright yellow head contrasting with its pale blue body with a hint of white, sprinkled with small light blue spots, it immediately catches the eye... while often remaining discreet at the entrance of its burrow.
A Fascinating and Unique Behavior
This fish spends the majority of its time 20–30 cm from the entrance of its burrow, which it meticulously shapes in the sand. It is more sociable than it seems, with wild colonies consisting of interconnected individual galleries, each with a small chamber at the bottom.
In an aquarium, a minimum 5 cm layer of sand is enough for it to reproduce this behavior. It is fascinating to watch it choose stones of different sizes to reinforce the entrance, and close the burrow at night with a piece of rock or a forgotten frag plug!
Maintenance Conditions
- Minimum advised volume: 120 liters for one individual
- Add approximately +50 L per additional individual in a colony
- Substrate: fine to medium sand, varied grain size
- Temperature: 24°C to 26°C
- pH: 8.1 to 8.4
- Calm areas, little current at the bottom
It is recommended to create a calm space, away from powerful pumps, and to provide rocky areas near sandy beaches.
Behavior and Compatibility
Opistognathus aurifrons is territorial but peaceful. It can be kept alone, in a pair, or in a small group if the tank is large enough. It coexists well with corals, peaceful invertebrates, and other non-aggressive fish. Avoid species that dig or are too dominant at the bottom.
Diet
- Frozen brine shrimp and mysis
- Plankton, finely chopped krill
- Sinking pellets rich in protein
It is carnivorous but quickly accepts a varied diet. Feeding should be targeted at the bottom or near the entrance of its burrow.
Why Choose Opistognathus aurifrons?
- Fascinating burrowing behavior to observe
- Compatible with reef and corals
- Does not require a large volume
- Perfect for a sandy community tank
- Original fish, discreet but full of personality
Opistognathus aurifrons is a perfect choice for enthusiasts of calm, observant, and constructive fish. It transforms every grain of sand into building material, and every corner of the aquarium into a well-organized territory. Discover it without hesitation!
Common name: Yellowhead Jawfish. This fish has a very light blue, almost white body with pale blue spots.
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