Dusky Jawfish

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Latin Name: Opistognathus whitehursti
Difficulty: Easy 
Temperament: Moderate
Adult full size: 6”
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallon
UV Required: No
Protein Skimmer: No 
Foods: Live, Frozen & Dry Foods

Description: Dusky Jaws are hardy species of jaw fish. They do grow to 6", and can eat small fish and invertebrates. They do eat all prepared foods. Dusky Jaw should be kept in aquarium 30 gallons or bigger depending on specimen size. Should not be kept with other jawfish. The aquarium should have an established sand bed that is at least an inch tall. A tight fitting lid is required as this fish may jump out of the aquarium