Big Eye Squirrelfish

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Latin Name: Myripristis jacobus
Common Name(s): Big Eye Squirrelfish, Big Eye Soldierfish, Blackbar Soldierfish
Difficulty: Beginner
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive, Predatory 
Adult Full Size: ~10"
Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons (MAY HAVE TO UPGRADE AS IT GROWS)
Reef Safe: No
UV Required: No, but recommended
Protein Skimmer Required: No, but recommended
Foods: Frozen Krill, Frozen Squid, LRS: Chunky, Frozen Clams, Frozen Mysis Shrimp, ABN: 2.3mm Chromo Pellets

Description: The Big Eye Squirrelfish is a predatory fish that can be vibrant red or light indigo in color. This fish comes from deeper, rocky reefs in the Western Atlantic and the Caribbean. This fish is nocturnal, and their big eyes help them see in dark, deeper waters. This fish should be kept in a larger fish-only or FOWLR aquarium with other large, semi-aggressive fish. The Big Eye Squirrelfish is an opportunistic predator and will eat any small fish or invertebrate that can fit in its large mouth. This fish will appreciate plenty of rockwork, as they are used to residing in caves or under overhangs. Feed a variety of large, meaty frozen foods. This fish is a great pick for beginner aquarists who are keeping large tanks with semi-aggressive fish.