Lactoria fornasini

Thornback cowfish  

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This fish comes from the Indo West Pacific region. may release toxins into tank if they die.

Reef compatible with caution . They will eat tubeworms.

Min. Tank Size 100 litres.

Size 23 cm

Sg 1.020 - 1.025

pH 8.1 - 8.5

Temp. 23 -28 °C

Water Hardness 8-10 °d

Diet A varied diet of meaty and vegetable foods. They are slow eaters, and should not be housed with aggressive eaters.