Two Bar Rabbitfish

(Siganus doliatus)

Siganus Rabbitfish also known as Spinefoots are a favorite among hobbists. They should be added to well established aquariums with plenty of room to swim. Plenty of rock work should be provided for grazing, resting and hiding. Siganus Rabbitfish are generally herbivores but if not fed well enough may pick at tunicates, sponge or even coral. A diet rich in algae based foods should be readily provided. Care will need to be taken when handling Rabbitfish as they have venomous spines. Siganus Rabbitfish are considered peaceful towards most fish except other Rabbitfish, consider adding only one per aquarium. Siganus Rabbitifish have the unique ability to camouflage themselves while sleeping or when frightened.

Two Bar Rabbitfish are also sometimes known as the Barred Spinefoot, Scribbled Rabbitfish, Pencil Streaked Rabbitfish or Blue Lined Rabbitfish. Occasionally seen in the aquarium trade. Two Bar Rabbitfish have an overall yellow color with black diagonal stripesand blue thin vertical stripes. Two Bar Rabbitfish can grow to slightly more than 10".

We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 150 gallons or larger for this species.

Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH

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