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Known also as:
Northern Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Poweri)
Western Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Sinclairi)
Southern Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Meleagris)
Eastern Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Bleekeri)
These are rare temperate fish from various localities of Australia, and apparently differ primarily by geographical region.
What are the distinctions in appearances between the four?
Anyone familiar with them?
LiveAquaria has a Poweri (Northern) in stock for $280.
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+32+1698&pcatid=1698
Minimum Tank Size: 70 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025, 65-75° F
Max. Size: 7½"
Color Form: Black, Blue
Diet: Carnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Australia
Family: Plesiopidae
OVERVIEW
The Blue Tip Longfin Grouper originates from the reefs of Australia and is a rare find in the industry. They have a grayish elongated body, and have large beautiful fins. Their fins are lined in blue, and display blue markings on the face. Although they are aggressive, they may be maintained in a saltwater reef aquarium that does not contain small fish or invertebrates.
A 70-gallon or larger aquarium is required due to its size and feeding habits. It prefers plenty of hiding places provided by live rock. It will consume any small fish or crustacean that is small enough to swallow whole.
The Blue Tip Longfin Grouper prefers a diet of meaty foods such as krill, shrimp, and other small fish.
Approximate Purchase Size:Small 3" to 4" Medium 4" to 5" Large 5" to 6"
Northern Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Poweri)
Western Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Sinclairi)
Southern Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Meleagris)
Eastern Blue Devil (Paraplesiops Bleekeri)
These are rare temperate fish from various localities of Australia, and apparently differ primarily by geographical region.
What are the distinctions in appearances between the four?
Anyone familiar with them?
LiveAquaria has a Poweri (Northern) in stock for $280.
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+32+1698&pcatid=1698
Minimum Tank Size: 70 gallons
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Water Conditions: dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025, 65-75° F
Max. Size: 7½"
Color Form: Black, Blue
Diet: Carnivore
Compatibility: View Chart
Origin: Australia
Family: Plesiopidae
OVERVIEW
The Blue Tip Longfin Grouper originates from the reefs of Australia and is a rare find in the industry. They have a grayish elongated body, and have large beautiful fins. Their fins are lined in blue, and display blue markings on the face. Although they are aggressive, they may be maintained in a saltwater reef aquarium that does not contain small fish or invertebrates.
A 70-gallon or larger aquarium is required due to its size and feeding habits. It prefers plenty of hiding places provided by live rock. It will consume any small fish or crustacean that is small enough to swallow whole.
The Blue Tip Longfin Grouper prefers a diet of meaty foods such as krill, shrimp, and other small fish.
Approximate Purchase Size:Small 3" to 4" Medium 4" to 5" Large 5" to 6"
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