Arc Eye Hawk
Paracirrhites arcatus
Identification: Pinkish-orange in color with a white line down its side. Behind the eye is an arc shaped feature.
Maximum Length: 5.5"
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Minimum tank size: 30 Gallon
Behavior: Very curious fish. Does not have a swim bladder so it sinks when it stops swimming.
Feeding and diet: Meaty foods such as Krill, Shrimp, Silver sides, Ghost Shrimp, Mysis, Plankton and Brine.
Reef Compatibility: Harmless to sessile invertebrates but will eat ornamental shrimp and small fish.
Cautions: May display hostility towards fishes introduced after it. Keep only one per tank unless you have a mated pair.
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