Blue Blanquillo

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Latin Name: Malacanthus latovittatus
Common Name(s): Banded Blanquillo, Striped Blanquillo, False Whiting, Sand Tilefish
Difficulty: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Adult Full Size: 15”
Minimum Tank Size: 120 gallons
Reef Safe: No
UV Required: Recommended
Protein Skimmer Required: Highly Recommended
Foods: ABN Brand: 2.3mm Chromo Pellets, Chromo Flakes, Marine Flakes, Frozen Krill, Frozen Squid, Frozen Mysis Shrimp, Frozen Brine Shrimp, Frozen Blood Worms

Description: Blue Blanquillos are one of the largest tilefish species. They have a unique personality. They tend to do well in all fish aquariums, but caution should be taken when getting large, Blanquillos eat all prepared food. They do shift the substrate as well, so expect some digging.