Colored Anglerfish Brazil Antennarius sp.

Brazil Colored Anglerfish

The Brazil Colored Anglerfish, Antennarius sp., can display several different camouflage patterns and body textures depending on the individual specimen available. Common hues and colors may include orange, yellow, red, black, or mixed reef patterns shaped by natural Atlantic reef environments. Most Colored Anglers sit perched next to rockwork or surrounding structures while relying on camouflage and ambush feeding behavior to capture prey.

Marine Aquarium Parameters

• Care Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Aggressive
• Diet: Carnivore
• Reef Safe: No
• Minimum Tank Size: 40 gallons
• Max Size: 4 inches
• dKH: 8–12
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Water Temperature: 74–78°F
• Specific Gravity: 1.020–1.025 SG
• Origin: Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
• Family: Antennariidae
• Scientific Name: Antennarius sp.