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The Long nose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus) is a saltwater fish of the family Cirrhitidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The longnose hawkfish is a hawkfish (Cirrhitidae) from the Indo-Pacific and eastern Pacific. The species reaches about 13 cm and has a strikingly long snout and a white body with a red crosshatch pattern. It inhabits steep outer reef slopes exposed to strong currents, where it lives among the branches of large gorgonians (sea fans) and black corals. It lacks a swim bladder and 'perches' with its thick pectoral fins on the coral. The diet consists of small benthic and planktonic crustaceans. The species is popular in the marine aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Long nose hawkfish?
The Long nose hawkfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly red-orange and shows a marbled pattern. Strikingly long snout; lives among the branches of gorgonians and black corals on current-swept reef slopes.
Where does the Long nose hawkfish live?
The Long nose hawkfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific and eastern Pacific, on steep outer reef slopes.
How big does the Long nose hawkfish get?
The Long nose hawkfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm. On average the species is around 9 cm.
Is the Long nose hawkfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Long nose hawkfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Long nose hawkfish edible?
The Long nose hawkfish is not usually eaten.
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