Longnose Hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus)
Perched, watching, and ready to strike—the Longnose Hawkfish is all personality. With its bold red and white crosshatch pattern and long snout, this fish stands out instantly and behaves unlike most others in your tank.
Hawkfish are known for their signature behaviour—perching on rockwork, coral branches, and décor, keeping an eye on everything going on. They’re active, curious, and incredibly entertaining to watch, making them a favourite for reef keepers who want something a bit different.
This is a hardy and adaptable species, perfect for intermediate hobbyists. Just be aware—they can be semi-aggressive and may snack on very small shrimp or ornamental inverts.
Why you’ll love it:
- Unique perching behaviour
- Striking red and white pattern
- Hardy and easy to keep
- Tons of personality
- Constantly active and engaging
Care Guide (Quick Overview):
- Tank Size: 100L+ recommended
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive
- Diet: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, marine meats, frozen foods
- Reef Safe: With caution (may eat small shrimp)
- Max Size: ~12–13cm
Provide plenty of rockwork or branching décor (like gorgonians) for perching. Best kept with tank mates that can handle a bit of attitude.
⚠️ Important: Known jumper—tight-fitting lid recommended.
