{"product_id":"lionfish-fumanchu-dendrochirus-biocellatus","title":"Lionfish Fumanchu (Dendrochirus Biocellatus)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFu Manchu Lionfish (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eDendrochirus biocellatus\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eFu Manchu Lionfish\u003c\/b\u003e, also known as the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eTwin-spot Lionfish\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eOcellated Dwarf Lionfish\u003c\/b\u003e, is arguably the most unique-looking member of the Dwarf Lionfish family. It is a prized \"collector's fish\" because of its smaller size and the two distinct \"whiskers\" on its snout that give it a comical, wise appearance reminiscent of the fictional character it’s named after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Fu Manchu Lionfish, Twin-spot Lion, Two-eyed Lionfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eDendrochirus biocellatus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Indo-West Pacific (Mauritius to French Polynesia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 10–13 cm (approx. 4–5 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 8–10+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/b\u003e (except toward small fish\/crustaceans)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Carnivore – Specialist in small shrimp and fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eModerate to Difficult\u003c\/b\u003e (primarily due to feeding)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Venom Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eLike all lionfish, the Fu Manchu has \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003evenomous dorsal, anal, and pelvic spines\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSafety:\u003c\/b\u003e Even though it is a \"dwarf\" species, the sting is extremely painful. Never corner the fish or put your hand near its hiding spot during maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the \"cruising\" \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003ePterois\u003c\/i\u003e lions, this species moves by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003e\"hopping\" or \"walking\"\u003c\/b\u003e across the rocks on its pectoral fins, making its movements sometimes unpredictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe Fu Manchu is easily identified by three key features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Whiskers\":\u003c\/b\u003e Two long, fleshy \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003etentacles\u003c\/b\u003e (barbels) hang from its upper lip, resembling a long mustache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Twin Spots\":\u003c\/b\u003e Two prominent \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003eocelli (fake eyes)\u003c\/b\u003e are located on the rear of the dorsal fin. These are designed to confuse predators into thinking the fish is larger or facing a different direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColoration:\u003c\/b\u003e A beautiful mottled pattern of red, gold, and white. Its pectoral fins are fan-shaped and heavily banded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecretive Nature:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a very shy, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003ecryptic fish\u003c\/b\u003e. It spends most of the day upside down in caves or wedged between rocks. It is most active during twilight (dawn\/dusk).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReef Safe (with Caution):\u003c\/b\u003e It is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003esafe for corals\u003c\/b\u003e. However, it will eat any \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003eshrimp or small fish\u003c\/b\u003e (like Neon Gobies or small Blennies) that get too close to its cave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Generally solitary. It may fight with other Dwarf Lionfish unless the tank is large with many distinct territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eTangs, Dwarf Angelfish, and larger Wrasses\u003c\/b\u003e. Avoid aggressive \"fin-nippers\" (like some Damselfish or Pufferfish) that might damage its whiskers or fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e115L (30 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e. Because it is small and stays close to the rocks, it is one of the few lions suitable for a smaller \"specialty\" reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eextensive caves and overhangs\u003c\/b\u003e. A \"hanging\" rock structure or a dark cave is mandatory for this fish to feel secure during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding (The Challenge):\u003c\/b\u003e The Fu Manchu is notoriously picky. It often \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003erefuses dead food\u003c\/b\u003e initially. You may need to provide live ghost shrimp or river shrimp to keep it alive while you slowly \"wean\" it onto frozen foods using a feeding stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/b\u003e Like all predators, they produce a significant amount of waste. A strong protein skimmer is a must.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Fu Manchu Lionfish?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eThe Fu Manchu is for the hobbyist who wants an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"Exotic Oddity\"\u003c\/b\u003e. It doesn't look like a typical fish; it looks like a mythical creature. It is a rewarding challenge for those who have the patience to handle its dietary needs and provide a specialized habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45781918122218,"sku":"18685","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Fumanchu-Lionfish.jpg?v=1768206261","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/lionfish-fumanchu-dendrochirus-biocellatus","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}