Striated Tiger Colored Angler
(Antennarius striatus)
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.
Striated Tiger Colored Angler
(Antennarius striatus)
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Quick Stats
Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Tan
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 65-75° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
8½"
Family
Antennariidae
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Easy
Temperament
Peaceful
Color Form
Tan
Diet
Carnivore
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
sg 1.020-1.025, 65-75° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size
8½"
Family
Antennariidae
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
The Striated Angler Fish, also known as the Striped Anglerfish, is a member of the Antennariidae family. With a body of striped brown and tan, several projections give it more of an ornate rock-like appearance than that of a fish. These fish will alter its color to blend into its background, as can be seen in the above photo.
A good reef dweller, the Striated Angler Fish enjoys perching on coral ledges and requires a tank of at least 30 gallons.
The Striated Angler Fish feeds by ambush, lying in wait for an unsuspecting fish or crustacean to go by and then lunging forward, grabbing and swallowing the victim whole. The Striated Angler Fish has been known to devour fish nearly equal to its own size.
When first introduced into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used to entice this fish to eat. A diet of feeder fish and shrimp should be provided. Do not overfeed as the Striated Angler Fish may stop feeding.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 4"; Large: 4" to 6"
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Customer Testimonials
Clayton S
Congerville , IL
I am very pleased with this fish. When i got it looked healthy as could be. It only took a day before it came out of its hiding place and it is the most interesting looking fish i have ever seen. I am deffinitly coming back to this website to order more fish. IMPORTANT: this fish will eat other fish it's size and smaller... i had a clown fish and a 2 dragonets that were a little smaller than it and it ate all three. Remember to feed it! and be careful to add the right fish with it.
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