Antennarius Pictus - Orange Angler

Antennarius pictus – The Wartskin Frogfish is an extraordinary and captivating marine fish, renowned for its distinctive warty skin texture and fascinating hunting behavior. This unique benthic predator possesses a striking appearance and exceptional camouflage abilities, making it a prized specimen among experienced aquarists.

Distinctive features:

• Characteristic warty skin texture giving it its common name
• Variable coloration allowing for exceptional camouflage
• Fishing lure (illicium) modified to attract prey
• Ability to change color to adapt to the environment
• Spectacular hunting behavior with a lightning-fast attack
• Modified pectoral fins allowing it to "walk" on the substrate

Needs and care:

• Mature reef aquarium with robust filtration system
• Abundant live rock and varied scenery for camouflage
• Water temperature: 24-26°C (75-79°F)
• pH: 8.1-8.4
• Salinity: 1.023-1.025
• Carnivorous diet: live or frozen fish, whole shrimp
• Adequate space - can reach 15-20 cm
• Only suitable for fish of similar or larger size
• Avoid small fish that would be considered prey.

Important: It requires a specialized carnivorous diet and a suitable environment. Not suitable for community aquariums with small fish or small invertebrates.