Flying Gurnard
(Dactyloptena orientalis)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Flying Gurnard
(Dactyloptena orientalis)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Expert Only
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Blue, Orange, Tan
Diet
Carnivore
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
1' 2"
Family
Dactylopteridae
Minimum Tank Size
180 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Expert Only
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Blue, Orange, Tan
Diet
Carnivore
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
1' 2"
Family
Dactylopteridae
Minimum Tank Size
180 gallons
Compatibility
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Overview
The Flying Gurnard is also known as the Oriental Helmut Gurnard. It is a light-brown color with orange to dark-brown spots. The pectoral fins can be flared out into an impressive display of fan-like wings, with spines extending beyond the flesh at the tips. The tips of the wings are tinged with a blue.
A 180 gallon or larger aquarium with a large unobstructed swimming area and a sandy bottom without much rockwork will provide a suitable environment. Aggressive tank mates should be avoided as well as bottom dwellers.
The diet of the Flying Gurnard consists of small bottom-dwelling fish, black worms, shrimp (mysis or brine), and other meaty foods.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1-1/2" to 2" Medium: 2" to 3" Large: 3" to 4"
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Customer Testimonials
Suzanne Almandinger
Joplin , MO
This fish is one of the most unique and cool fish I have ever kept. He arrived in great shape and is doing well. He takes his time eating and is fairly finicky about the size and texture of the morsels he'll swallow. If he was with fast eating fish I don't think he would get enough to eat.
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