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Yellowhead jawfish Profile

Opistognathus aurifrons

ℹ️ Overview

The Yellowhead jawfish (Opistognathus aurifrons) is a brightly colored marine fish primarily blue with a distinct yellow head, native to the Caribbean Sea. It has a slender body and is known for its burrowing behavior. It's recognizable for its protruding lower jaw and engaging behavior of poking its head out of burrows. While not the most common in the aquarium trade, it is appreciated by hobbyists for its unique appearance and intriguing habits.

📊 Datasheet

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  • Common NamesYellowhead Jawfish
  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH7.8 - 8.4
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityRare
  • Temperature22.0 - 26.0 °C
  • VibrancyVery Vibrant

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

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 14 data points

62

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