Holocentrus diadema (Wiped soldier)
Description
The Holocentrus Diadema is a sea fish belonging to the Holocentridae family. It is a fish of small to medium size, generally measuring between 20 and 25 cm in length. The body of the Holocentrus Diadema is elongated and cylindrical, with a wide head and a mouth with sharp teeth. The color of its body is generally gray-green or brown, with darker vertical strips along its sides. The upper part of his head is often reddish or orange, with black spots on the sides of the head and on the fins. The Holocentrus Diadema also has a pointed dorsal fin and short pectoral and pelvic fins.
The Holocentrus Diadema lives in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans. It is generally found in coral reef areas, where it feeds on crustaceans, small fish and other invertebrates. The Holocentrus Diadema is a lonely fish, which is only gathered for reproduction. The female generally lays between 100 and 1000 eggs, which are fertilized by the male and incubated in bags of mucus until they hatch.
The Holocentrus Diadema is a popular fish in the aquarophilia, due to its beautiful color and its active personality. However, it can be aggressive towards other aquarium fish, so it is important to keep it in a sufficiently large and well -appointed aquarium to allow it to move freely. It is also important to provide him with food adapted to his natural diet to ensure good health.
Origin
- FamilyHolocentridae
- OriginIndopacific
Characteristics
- Adult size30 cm
- BehaviourAggressive, gregarious
- FoodCarnivorous
Water parameters
- Water typeSeawater, hot
Data to check
Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Temperature, pH, Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).
