Colored Anglerfish Hawaii Antennarius sp.

Hawaiian Colored Anglerfish

The Hawaiian Colored Anglerfish, can display a mix of orange, yellow, red, black, and mottled camouflage patterns depending on the individual specimen available. Rough skin texture and irregular markings help this Anglerfish blend naturally into surrounding reef structures and rocky environments. Hawaii currently remains closed to aquarium fish collection until further notice from local government regulations. Availability of Hawaiian Colored Anglers may remain limited depending on future collection restrictions and import conditions.

Care Stats

• 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
• Region: Hawaiian islands, pacific ocean
• Family: Antennariidae
• Scientific Name: Antennarius sp.