Rock Beauty – Holacanthus tricolor

Species Name: Holacanthus tricolor

Synonyms:

Common Names: Rock Beauty

Family: Pomacanthidae

Order: Perciformes (perch-likes)

Class: Acinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)

Max.Size: 7.9 inches / 20cm

Environment: Reef, Depth 3-92m

Origin: Tropical Western Atlantic

Temperament: Semi Aggressive

Company: As young they are recommended as the sole inhabitant due to feeding habits. Young will feed on the slime of other fishes.

Aquarium Setup: Minimum 125gal with plenty of hiding spots.

Food: Feeds on sponge in the wild. Does not adapt well to aquarium foods. Will usually die after a number of months due to lack of sponge avaialbility

Breeding: Not captive bred.

Rock Beauty – Holacanthus tricolor
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