Speckled Hawkfish

Discussion in 'Tropical Fish' started by Beamerhack, Oct 9, 2009.

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  1. Beamerhack

    Beamerhack Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I recently got one of these fish. It has since I think ate my two fire gobies.

    Is this a fish that is going to end up eating everything in my tank?

    TIA,
     
    Beamerhack, Oct 9, 2009
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  2. UltimateWarrior

    UltimateWarrior Spaghetti Worm

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    I thought they ate crustaceans only.
    How big is it compared to your gobies? Are you sure they're gone? If so, did you check to see if they went carpet surfing?
     
    UltimateWarrior, Oct 9, 2009
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  3. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    Yeah usually hawkfish really only go after inverts. But hey anything is possible.
     
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  4. inwall75

    inwall75 Giant Squid

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    These puppies can get pretty big and they tend to be aggressive unless they are added last after all other fish have their territories. How big is your tank? I would suggest a 90 for a full-grown one.
     
    inwall75, Oct 9, 2009
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