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Flamehawkfish
Neocirrhites armatus
Colorful hawkfish. Perches on rocks. May eat small shrimp.
Care Parameters
Adult size
10 cm
Min tank
200 L
Temperature
24–27°C
pH
8–8.4
Diet
Carnivore
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Water zone
All levels
Difficulty
Intermediate
Suitable Equipment
5
Common Problems
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Filter Crash
The biological filter fails after aggressive cleaning, media replacement or a long outage.
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Fish Gasping at Surface
Fish hover at the surface, breathing rapidly. A possible oxygen emergency.
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Fin Rot
Fins look frayed, ragged or are visibly shrinking with white or red edges.
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Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Slime)
Slimy blue-green or dark purple patches with a foul odor.
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Cloudy Water
Milky or hazy water that never fully clears.
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