Lo vulpinus (Fox head)

Adult size25 cm
Temperature23 - 29 °C
pH7.4 - 8.7
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)200 L

Description

Lo vulpinus fish is a sea water fish that lives in the deep waters of the oceans. It is mainly known for its distinctive appearance, with a fox -shaped head and an elongated body covered with iridescent scales. It is mainly found in the cold waters of the Arctic and Antarctic Oceans.

The LO VULPINUS is a lonely fish that spends most of its time hunting in deep waters. It feeds mainly on small fish and crustaceans, which it captures thanks to its powerful jaws and its pointed teeth. He is also able to camouflage himself by changing color to blend into his environment and surprise his prey.

The LO Vulpinus measures on average between 30 and 50 centimeters long, although some specimens can reach up to 1 meter long. Its tail is short and robust, which allows it to quickly propel itself into the water to hunt or escape its predators. His skin is covered with shiny scales which give it a good appearance, although this is not very useful in terms of camouflage in the dark waters of the deep oceans.

Lo vulpinus is a little -known animal due to its lonely life and its difficult access to deep waters.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size25 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant
  • FoodHerbivore

Water parameters

  • Water typeSeawater, hot
  • Temperature23 - 29 °C
  • pH7.4 - 8.7
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)200 L

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