Flame Hawkfish
Neocirrhites armatus
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Last updated: November 17, 2025
Overview
Bright red reef perch with aggressive temperament.
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Family: Cirrhitidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 12.00 cm
Temperament: Aggressive
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Carnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Marine
Temperature Range: 24.0°C - 28.0°C
pH Range: 8.0 - 8.4
Water Hardness: 8 - 12 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 50 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Feeds on small crustaceans.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Difficult
Egg layers.
Compatibility
Aggressive
Can be territorial.