Falco Hawkfish

Cirrhitichthys falco

Size: 1 1/2 inches

Minimum tank size: 30 gallons

Reef safe: With caution. Falco hawkfish may eat ornamental shrimp.

Diet: Meat based foods

Temperament: Some may become territorial and aggressive.

General: Falco hawkfish are a colorful addition that can be added to tanks all the way down to 30 gallons. Their interesting perching behavior is something not seen in many fish, but care must be taken when housing them with ornamental shrimps. As they become larger, arc eyes have a tendency to become more aggressive and a greater danger to inverts.

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