Mimic filefish (Paraluteres prionurus).

Mimic filefish are excellent mimics of the much more commonly seen Valentini dwarf puffers (Canthigaster valentini). Care requirements for both species are the same, and they can be kept together. If housing them together keep an eye out for squabbling among themselves when first introduced together.

They are a charming addition to the home aquarium. They are not 100% reef safe, they do sometimes bother small mobile inverts, and may sometimes nip at some corals. It is rare for them to do any major damage, but, they can sometimes be a little naughty. They are bursting with character for a fish that is so small. They are happy in tanks from 50 litres upwards.

SIZE

They are generally 1” to 2”, some specimens may reach upto 3”.

COMPATABILITY

Not 100% reef safe, but, generally not usually very destructive unless underfed. We recommend feeding a minimum of twice per day on suitable frozen food. Some small reef fish can jump from an open topped aquarium, we recommend using a tight fitting lid with no gaps.

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