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Falco Hawkfish
Falco Hawkfish
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A compact hawkfish with red markings and an alert perching habit.
Quick Care Guide
| Scientific name | Cirrhitichthys falco |
|---|---|
| Care level | Easy to moderate |
| Recommended aquarium | 30 gallons or larger |
| Adult size | About 3 inches |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive |
| Diet | Carnivore |
| Reef compatibility | Coral safe; small animals at risk |
Tank Requirements
Provide several secure rock ledges, caves and a covered aquarium. Tank recommendations refer to long-term housing; adult size, tank footprint and existing livestock also matter.
Diet & Feeding
Offer mysis and finely chopped marine meats once or twice daily.
Temperament & Compatibility
Small shrimp and very small fish may be eaten; avoid timid tankmates and competing hawkfish.
Water Conditions
- Temperature: 75–78°F
- Specific gravity: 1.024–1.026
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Ammonia and nitrite: undetectable
Maintain stable conditions, good oxygenation and regular water quality checks. Match acclimation to the fish's actual holding water.
Special Considerations
Assess ornamental shrimp compatibility separately from coral compatibility.
Sold individually unless the selected listing states otherwise. Size, color and pattern vary by specimen.
