Foxface and Rabbitfish Care Sheet

foxface and rabbitfish care sheet

Foxface and rabbitfish are peaceful, colorful fish that love to eat algae. They have venomous dorsal and anal fins that can deliver a painful sting. Care must be taken maintaining an aquarium that contains them. Recommended for experienced marine aquarists.

facts average adult size: 6 to 15 inches long, depending on species average life span: depends on species diet: omnivore minimum aquarium size: 75+ gallons, depending on species water temperature: 72 to 78°F specific gravity: 1.020 to 1.025

Note: The information on this Care Sheet is not a substitute for veterinary care. If you need additional information, refer to the Sources section or contact your veterinarian as appropriate.

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diet housing normal behavior compatibility A well-balanced foxface nnKeep in an appropriately nnPeaceful except when nnCompatible with dwarf and rabbitfish diet consists sized aquarium; provide kept with another of its and large angelfish, of: plants, rock and décor for own species. blennies, clownfish, nnCommercial algae sheets hiding places and plenty nnReef safe when fed damselfish, eels, gobies, of room for movement. nnMarine flakes or pelleted regularly; may nip at groupers, hawkfish, herbivore food nnStable water quality large polyp stony corals lionfish, pseudochromis, and parameters are or soft corals. puffers, tangs and nnMysis shrimp and brine critical to the health wrasse. nnWill consume nuisance shrimp (frozen) of aquatic life. If you algae along with nnCheck Petco’s Marine are unsure of your feeding desirable algae. Compatibility Care Sheet Things to remember water quality, Petco for more information when feeding your provides free water nnKnown to control valonia regarding your specific foxface or rabbitfish: testing. algae. species. nnAlgae or algae sheets nnCan be kept with larger nnOnly keep one Foxface or should always be and more aggressive Rabbitfish per aquarium. present in the aquarium fish due to its ability to (attach to the side of the defend itself with its signs of a aquarium with a clip). venomous spines. healthy fish nnClear eyes nnFeed other foods 1 to habitat 2 times daily, no more nnHealthy appetite than fish will eat in 1 to 2 maintenance minutes. nnDaily: Check filter, water nnBright, even coloring temperature, specific nnFins completely intactand nnThaw frozen food before gravity and other undamaged feeding. equipment. Avoid overcrowded nnWeekly: Check water conditions, which are quality at least once a a major cause of stress week. and disease. Maintain nnMonthly: Change 10 good water quality with to 25% of the total regular water changes volume of water every and adequate filtration. 2 to 4 weeks, or as needed. Introduce new inhabitants to the aquarium gradually.

red flags common health issues

nnLoss of color or Health Issue Symptoms or Causes Suggested Action appetite Fin rot Frayed or disintegrating fins; Improve water nnSpots or fungus on the base of the fins usually quality; consult your reddens. aquatic veterinarian body or mouth for treatment. nnErratic swimming Marine ich Cysts on fins, gills and skin; Treat entire aquarium labored respiration, excess with a commercial nnLabored respiration skin mucus or pale skin. parasite remedy and improve water nnCloudy eyes quality; freshwater dips can dislodge the nnWeight loss parasites.

If you notice any of these signs, check water quality and improve as necessary. shopping list for needed supplies qq Appropriately sized aquarium qq Appropriate food, dry and frozen qq Décor qq Water conditioner qq Marine aquarium salt qq Filter qq Water test kit qq Full spectrum lighting qq Net qq Thermometer qq Protein skimmer (recommended) qq Marine substrate qq Heater qq Hydrometer qq Book about foxface and rabbitfish

sources Ask a store partner about Petco’s selection of books on foxface and rabbitfish and the variety of private brand products available for the care and happiness of your new pet. All private brand products carry a 100% money-back guarantee. Because all aquatic life are potential carriers of infectious diseases, such as Atypical Mycobacterium and Salmonella, always wash your hands before and after handling your aquatic life or habitat contents to help prevent the potential spread of disease. Pregnant women, children under the age of 5, senior citizens and people with weakened immune systems should contact their physician before purchasing or caring for aquatic life and should consider not having aquatic life as a pet. Go to cdc.gov/healthypets and petco.com/ caresheet for more information about aquatic life and disease. This Care Sheet can cover the care needs of other species. Go to petco.com for more information.