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Black cap jawfish Profile

Opistognathus lonchurus

ℹ️ Overview

The Black cap jawfish (Opistognathus lonchurus) features a distinctive appearance with its prominent black cap. Native to the Western Atlantic, including locations like Florida, the Bahamas, and the Gulf of Mexico, this fish has a slender, elongated body primarily colored in yellowish to tan hues, accentuated by its black head marking. It isn't particularly well-known in the aquarium hobby, but its unique appearance may attract enthusiasts interested in distinctive or rare species.

📊 Datasheet

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  • DifficultyModerate
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH8.0 - 8.4
  • PopularityUncommon
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature22.0 - 26.0 °C
  • VibrancyModerately Vibrant

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 13 data points

50

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