{"product_id":"skunk","title":"Tilefish Skunk (Hoplolatilus Marcosi)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkunk Tilefish (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eHoplolatilus marcosi\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\"\u003eSkunk Tilefish\u003c\/b\u003e, also known as \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eMarcos’ Tilefish\u003c\/b\u003e, is one of the most striking members of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003eHoplolatilus\u003c\/i\u003e genus. Found on the deep, sandy slopes of the Indo-Pacific—including several regions in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"196\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/b\u003e—this fish is a \"specialist's dream.\" It is prized for its sleek, high-contrast markings and its unique \"hovering\" behavior. However, it is also known as one of the most challenging fish to keep due to its shy nature and its reputation as a \"world-class jumper.\"\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 Skunk Tilefish, Marcos’ Tilefish, Red-back Tilefish\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\"\u003eHoplolatilus marcosi\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 Western Pacific (Indonesia, Philippines, Solomon Islands)\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 12–15 cm (approx. 5–6 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 3–5 years (can be longer with expert care)\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\"\u003eVery Peaceful \/ Shy\u003c\/b\u003e\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 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"6\"\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/b\u003e – Planktivore\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 Difficult (Expert only)\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\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe Skunk Tilefish is named for its distinct \"racing stripe\":\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\"\u003eThe Body:\u003c\/b\u003e A long, slender, cigar-shaped body that is a clean, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003ecreamy white-to-silver\u003c\/b\u003e.\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\"\u003eThe Stripe:\u003c\/b\u003e A bold, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003evibrant reddish-pink to purple horizontal stripe\u003c\/b\u003e runs from the eye all the way to the fork of the tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Tail:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a deeply forked tail, built for sudden bursts of speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Look:\u003c\/b\u003e It has a very modern, minimalist aesthetic that makes it stand out against the busy colors of a reef.\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\"\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Tank Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nervous Hoverer:\u003c\/b\u003e In the wild, they hover in groups above the sand, facing the current to catch plankton. At the slightest hint of danger, they dive head-first into their burrows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Jumper:\u003c\/b\u003e This is the #1 cause of death for this species. They are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003ehighly skittish\u003c\/b\u003e. A shadow passing the tank or the lights turning off suddenly can cause them to bolt—and they almost always bolt \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"198\"\u003eupward\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003e100% Reef Safe\u003c\/b\u003e. They are completely harmless to corals and invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSocial Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e They are much more comfortable when kept in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003epairs or small groups\u003c\/b\u003e. A lone Skunk Tilefish is often too shy to eat and may waste away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Must be kept with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003epeaceful, non-aggressive fish\u003c\/b\u003e like Firefish, Anthias, and peaceful Gobies. Avoid keeping them with \"boisterous\" fish like Tangs or large Wrasses, which will keep the Tilefish in a constant state of fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Tank Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLid is Mandatory (No Gaps):\u003c\/b\u003e You must have a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eweighted, tight-fitting mesh or glass lid\u003c\/b\u003e. They can fit through surprisingly small gaps (even around heater cords).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003e200L (55 Gallons)\u003c\/b\u003e to provide enough swimming room for a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e A deep sand bed (5cm+) is beneficial, as they may attempt to dig a burrow under the rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRockwork:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide plenty of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003elow-lying caves\u003c\/b\u003e and \"escape tunnels\" near the sand bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e They are naturally found in deeper water (20m–80m), so they prefer \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003edimmer lighting\u003c\/b\u003e or plenty of shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDietary Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThey have a high metabolism and require frequent feeding:\u003c\/p\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\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/b\u003e Primarily \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003efrozen meaty foods\u003c\/b\u003e like mysis, enriched brine shrimp, and Calanus.\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\"\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eat least 3 times daily\u003c\/b\u003e. They are \"active\" feeders and need a constant supply of food in the water column.\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\"\u003eAcclimation:\u003c\/b\u003e New arrivals may refuse to eat. Offering \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003elive brine shrimp or copepods\u003c\/b\u003e can help trigger their feeding response.\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 Skunk Tilefish?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eThe Skunk Tilefish is for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003eadvanced hobbyist\u003c\/b\u003e who wants a unique, elegant schooling fish and is willing to design the tank around their needs. Their minimalist beauty and fascinating \"diving\" behavior make them a true conversation piece. If you have a peaceful reef with a secure lid and are committed to multiple daily feedings, the Skunk Tilefish is one of the most rewarding \"expert\" species from the Indonesian deep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaristic Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45819303198954,"sku":"18893","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0866\/files\/Skunk-Tilefish.jpg?v=1769600350","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaristiconline.com.au\/products\/skunk","provider":"Aquaristic Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}