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Rhinomuraena amboinensis (Blue ribbon)

Rhinomuraena amboinensis (Blue ribbon)

Description

The Rhinomuraena Amboinensis is a fish from warm and shallow waters of coral reefs of the Indian and Pacific Ocean. It is a lonely and territorial fish which measures approximately 30 cm in length and weighs approximately 1 kg.

The Rhinomuraena Amboinensis has an elongated and serpentine shape, with a large head and a mouth in the shape of a beak. It is mainly blue-green with red and yellow spots on the body and fins. Its tail is long and thorny, with sharp teeth on the upper edge.

The Rhinomuraena Amboinensis is a carnivorous fish that feeds mainly on crustaceans and small fish. It has the particularity of having a oral pocket which allows it to store food to eat it later. The Rhinomuraena Amboinensis is also known for its ability to eat by sucking the water and the foods there.

The Rhinomuraena Amboinensis is a protected fish and should not be captured or sold. It is also considered a symbol of luck and good fortune in certain cultures. The Rhinomuraena Amboinensis is also popular in aquarium, but it is difficult to maintain in captivity because of its specific food needs and its territorial nature.

Origin

Features

  • Adult size : 90 cm
  • Behaviour : Aggressive
  • Food : Carnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Seawater, hot
  • Temperature : 0 - 0 °C
  • pH : 0 - 0
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) :

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 16/09/2022

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