Moorish Idol (Indian Ocean) Pufferfish sometimes the coral is smooth

sometimes the coral is smooth

is a spectacular creature covered in creamy colored tentacles with contrasting tips

while those naturally from deeper water have sparse polyps with smooth skin and tolerate lower light levels

We recommend this animal only for expert aquarists who can provide the care it demands

Boxfish are typically available in a very small size

Moorish Idol (Indian Ocean) Pufferfish sometimes the coral is smoothThe Moorish Idol is an elegant fish with high contrast patterns and an extremely long, trailing dorsal fin. It has jet black stripes over its snowy white body, and a bright yellow band over its long snout and a larger lemon yellow area on its flank. Males and females are identical. The Moorish Idol can grow to be up to 7 inches long and needs a large aquarium as an adult, we recommend at least 125 gallons. The Moorish Idol resembles a bannerfish or