Pearly Jaw

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Latin Name: Opistognathus aurifrons
Common Name(s): Yellowhead Jawfish, Pearly Jawfish
Difficulty: Intermediate
Temperament: Peaceful
Adult Full Size: 4"
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Reef Safe: Yes
UV Required: No
Protein Skimmer Required: No
Foods: ABN Chromo Pellets, Trifecta, Bloodworms, Mysis, Brine, Marine Flakes, Multipack, Marine Cuisine, Reef Frenzy, Arctic Pods, Beta-Brine, R.O.E.

Description: This fish has one of the coolest personalities for a reef or peaceful aquarium. They are characterized by their yellow head on a white body that turns into an iridescent blue color, towards the tail. This fish likes to form its own territory and burrow a tunnel in the sand. The Pearly Jawfish will appreciate a thick (at least an inch) and established sand bed. They are proven to be very good jumpers, so a tightly fit, secure lid is a MUST. They hail solely from the Caribbean. They are good fish for an intermediate aquarist.