Neptune’s rating:
54- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessModerate
- Liters per Fish200 L
- OriginWestern Pacific Ocean
- pH7.5 - 8.5
- PopularityUncommon
- RarityRare
- Temperature24.0 - 30.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
- VibrancyVibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Painted sweetlips
The Painted sweetlips (Plectorhinchus picus) is a marine fish recognizable for its distinctive colors, featuring a combination of grey, silver, and black hues, often with unique patterning. This species is native to the Indo-Pacific region, inhabiting reef environments. It is known for its plump body, large lips, and patterned appearance. Despite its striking appearance, the Painted sweetlips is not commonly found in the aquarium hobby, partly due to its large size and specific care requirements.