Japanese White-Bar Big Eye Catalufa

Introduction

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Latin Name: Pristigenys niphonia
Common Name(s): Bigeye Catalufa Soldierfish, Popeye Catalufa
Difficulty: Intermediate
Temperament:Semi-Aggressive/Predatory
Adult Full Size: 10″
Minimum Tank Size: 120 gallons
Reef Safe: No
UV Required: Yes
Protein Skimmer Required: No (Recommended)
Foods: 2.3mm ABN Chromo Pellets, Krill, Squid, Clams, Mussels, LRS: Chunky Mix, Silversides

Description:The Japanese Big Eye Catalufa is a fish for the hobbyist who is looking for something different. The Japanese species of Bigeye Catalufa is unique in its white striping along the body. They have large eyes adapted for its nocturnal behavior in the wild, so tanks should not be packed with decorations or rocks. They should be kept with larger peaceful fish as they will eat smaller fish. Big Eyes have a diet of large meaty food.