Banana Fish

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Latin Name: Pentapodus caninus
Common Names: Banana Fish, Purple Reef Fish, Small-tooth Whiptail
Difficulty: Beginner
Personality: Peaceful
Adult Full Size: 12"
Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons (WILL NEED TO UPGRADE AS IT GROWS)
Reef Safe: Yes, Exercise caution when larger
UV Required: No
Protein Skimmer Required: No
Foods: ABN Marine Flakes, ABN Chromo Pellets, Mysis, Brine, Bloodworms

Description: The Banana Fish is a light gray/blue fish with bright yellow striping across the body as a juvenile, and may develop green or deep red colorations as they grow older. As a juvenile, this fish can be kept in a reef tank. As they grow larger, they can eat small fish and crustaceans. This fish needs a lot of room to swim, and a lid is required as they are known to jump. The Banana Fish is easy to feed, as they readily accept most prepared and frozen foods.