{"product_id":"aiptasia-eating-filefish-acreichthys-tomentosus","title":"Aiptasia Eating Filefish, Acreichthys tomentosus","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAiptasia Eating Filefish, Bristle Tail Filefish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcreichthys tomentosus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003earound 4 inches (10 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e between 72-78°F (22-26°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e between 8.1 and 8.4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKh Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 8-12 dKH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe care level for the Aiptasia Eating Filefish is considered moderate. While they are hardy and adaptable, they require stable water conditions and a well-maintained environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edoes well with moderate to high lighting levels in the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Food:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Aiptasia Eating Filefish is primarily known for its appetite for Aiptasia anemones, which are considered pests in aquariums. They also consume small crustaceans and other small invertebrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAiptasia Eating Filefish are generally peaceful but can be territorial towards their own species and similar-looking fish. They are generally not aggressive towards other reef organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Reef Tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCaution with invertebrates including coral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Aiptasia Eating Filefish is known for its ability to consume and control populations of Aiptasia anemones, which are considered pests in aquariums due to their fast reproduction and potential harm to corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey have a specialized snout and small mouth, which allows them to target and eat Aiptasia anemones with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef-freaks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55560193999224,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/7115\/3169\/files\/83690_1.jpg?v=1778833059","url":"https:\/\/reef-freaks.co.uk\/products\/aiptasia-eating-filefish-acreichthys-tomentosus","provider":"Reef-freaks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}