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Longnose butterflyfish

Forcipiger flavissimus

Neptune’s rating:

66
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  • AffordabilityModerate
  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessModerate
  • Liters per Fish200 L
  • OriginIndo-pacific Region
  • pH8.1 - 8.4
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature22.0 - 26.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourMildly Territorial
  • VibrancyVery Vibrant

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

More about Longnose butterflyfish

The Longnose butterflyfish (Forcipiger flavissimus) exhibits a distinctive yellow body with a long, protruding snout, used for foraging in crevices. This species has a black face mask and a large dark spot on the dorsal fin. Originating from the Indo-Pacific region, it's recognizable for its elegant appearance and elongated nose. Well-known and popular within the aquarium hobby, this butterflyfish is prized for its striking colors and unique shape.

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