Antennarius maculatus (fish-rapaud, fisherman or antennae)

The colors are very varied, you can find red, black, white, yellow individuals. It is very voracious and therefore not put it with small fish because it would make a bite. Ey remains camouflaged all day.

The antennarius Maculatus fish is a fish from the antennariidae family, known as the pouf or fish-chandelles due to their distinct appearance. They are from the warm and tropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, and they are generally found in coral reefs and lagoons.

The body of the antennarius maculatus fish is elongated and compressed laterally, with a large and bulbous head and a large mouth lined with sharp teeth. The upper part of his body is covered with irregular black spots which blend into the pink or orange color of its lower part. It also has two dorsal fins, one of which is thorny and the other is radiated, as well as two pectoral fins and an abdominal fin.

What most distinguishes the antennarius Maculatus fish from other fish is the presence of long and fine antennae located above his eyes. These antennas are in fact modified fins which allow him to camouflage himself by pretending to be an algae or a coral spine, which allows him to surprise his prey. The antennarius Maculatus fish is mainly nourished by small crustaceans and fish, which it captures thanks to its speed and its ability to camouflage itself.

Due to its relatively small beauty and size, Antennarius Maculatus fish is a popular choice for aquariums. However, it can be aggressive towards other fish and must be placed in a well -appointed aquarium with hiding places and plants to allow it to hide.

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unknown in aquarium