Species Summary for Pterois sphex (Hawaiian Turkeyfish)
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Pterois sphex (Hawaiian Turkeyfish)
Pterois sphex
Hawaiian Turkeyfish
Jordan & Evermann, 1903

Obtains a maximum size of 22 cm (8.7 in) TL. Nocturnal.

Distribution: Eastern Central Pacific (endemic to Hawaii). Inhabits lagoons and seaward reefs at depths of 3 - 122 m (9.8 - 400.2 ft).

Carnivore. In the wild, feeds primarily on crustaceans. Feed meaty foods that are appropriately sized for the individual. Examples are fresh or frozen shrimp, scallops, clams, squid, and fish. For smaller individuals feed mysid shrimp and brine shrimp.

Spines are venomous.

8814: Pterois sphex (Hawaiian Turkeyfish)
Photo By: John E. Randall  Overall Rating: 4Overall Rating: 4Overall Rating: 4Overall Rating: 4Overall Rating: 4 (4)
Environment Marine Climate Tropical
Water Depth 3 - 122 m (9.8 - 400.2 ft) Water Temperature
Difficulty Rating Unknown Aquarium Size
Aggressiveness Invert Compatibility
Diet Type Carnivore Maximum Size 22 cm (8.7 in) TL
Lighting Current
pH 8.2 - 8.4 Specific Gravity 1.020 - 1.025
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