Spadefish

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Latin Name: Chaetodipterus faber
Common Name(s): Atlantic Spadefish
Difficulty: Beginner
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive/Predatory
Adult Full Size: 30"
Minimum Tank Size: 120 gallons (WILL NEED TO UPGRADE AS IT GROWS)
Reef Safe: No
UV Required: Yes
Protein Skimmer Required: Yes
Foods: ABN Chromo Pellets, Krill, Squid, Clam, LRS: Chunky, Silversides, Seaweed

Description: The Spadefish is a large, laterally-compressed silver fish with brown striping. This fish is hardy and great for beginners! They will readily accept most prepared foods. They originate from the Caribbean. They will do awesome in a large fish-only or FOWLR tank. Due to the unique body shape, they can mix with most other large fish.