{"product_id":"geometric-pygmy-hawkfish","title":"Geometric Pygmy Hawkfish","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeometric Pygmy Hawkfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(So Stunning we had to talk the boss out of keeping him.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlectranthias inermis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hi Fin Perchlet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful to Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes – with caution around very small crustaceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 75L+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeometric Pygmy Hawkfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlectranthias inermis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a small and highly distinctive marine fish, combining striking orange-red and white patterning with brilliant green eyes and a prominent elongated dorsal spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its common name, the Geometric Pygmy Hawkfish isn't actually a true hawkfish. It belongs to the Anthiinae group but has earned its name from its hawkfish-like appearance and behaviour. Rather than constantly swimming through the water column, it prefers to perch amongst rockwork, watching its surroundings before darting out for food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeometric Pygmy Hawkfish are well suited to established \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emarine and reef aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with plenty of live rock, caves and sheltered areas. Their small adult size makes them an excellent choice for reef keepers wanting an unusual fish without adding a large species to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are generally peaceful but can become territorial towards similarly sized bottom-dwelling fish. Care should also be taken with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every small ornamental shrimp and crustaceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which may be viewed as food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA secure aquarium lid is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Geometric Pygmy Hawkfish is a carnivore that naturally feeds on zooplankton and small prey. Offer a varied diet including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMysis shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnriched brine shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality frozen marine foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely chopped shrimp or seafood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable high-quality meaty prepared foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall, regular feeds and a varied diet will help maintain excellent condition and colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Like Them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're looking for something a little different for your reef tank, the Geometric Pygmy Hawkfish is a brilliant option. 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