Chelmon rostratus (Chelmon with poor beak)

The Chelmon is quite active in aquarium and its elongated rostrum allows it to search in the ground or corals, in search of some living prey. Despite mediocre intraspecific relations, it tolerates the proximity of other species.

The Chelmon Rostratus is a marine fish commonly known as the Roche Sea-seafillon fish. It is about 15 cm long and has a brown-reddish color with black and white spots on the body. Its dorsal fin is long and thorny, while its caudal fin is in the shape of a sail. The Chelmon Rostratus is mainly found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, especially in coral reefs.

Roche seafood fish is an opportunistic predator that mainly feeds on small crustaceans, molluscs and fish. He is often seen in the process of filtering the particles suspended in water using his mouth in the shape of a tube. Chelmon Rostratus is a gregarious fish that lives in groups often comprising several individuals.

Roche seafood fish is a colorful and attractive fish that is often used in aquariums. However, it is important to note that it can be aggressive towards other fish and can cause damage to coral reefs in which he lives. Therefore, it is important to take precautions during its introduction into an aquarium.