Scribbled Boxfish

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A small boxfish, males in blue with fine dark scribbling and females dark with white spots. Charming, and carrying the toxin risk common to all boxfish.FeedingOmnivorous. Frozen my sis, clam, chopped prawn, marine pellets and dried algae, two or three times daily.CompatibilityPeaceful and slow-moving. Not reef safe with small invertebrates. Cannot be housed with aggressive or nippy tankmates.Behaviour and personalityHovers and manoeuvres slowly on small whirring fins. Inquisitive and unafraid.Before you buyLike all boxfish, when severely stressed or dying it can release a toxin capable of killing every fish in the aquarium. Requires calm tankmates and very careful acclimation and transport. Show more