Giant Hawkfish
Giant Hawkfish
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Origin: West Americas
Size info:
Size M: approx. 2.25 - 3.5"
There once was a Giant Hawkfish named Pete,
His skin was a mesmerizing shade of deep red, oh so neat!
He perched on rocks, waiting for prey,
And could change color throughout the day.
Cirrhitus rivulatus is a sight to behold, truly unique!
Keeping Giant Hawkfish in an Aquarium
The Giant Hawkfish, also known as Cirrhitus rivulatus, is a popular fish for aquarium enthusiasts due to its vibrant colors and unique personality. Here are some things to keep in mind when keeping this fish in an aquarium:
Tank Size
Giant Hawkfish require a tank size of at least 50 gallons, with plenty of rocks and hiding places to mimic their natural habitat. They are also known to be jumpers, so a tight-fitting lid is necessary to prevent escape.
Diet
These fish are carnivorous and enjoy a varied diet of live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, krill, and small fish. They may also eat snails and other invertebrates in the tank, so be sure to choose tankmates carefully.
Behavior
Giant Hawkfish are known for their unique personalities and can be quite territorial. They may become aggressive towards other fish, especially if they are similar in size or color. It is best to keep them with larger, peaceful tankmates.
Coolest Stuff
One of the coolest things about the Giant Hawkfish is their ability to change colors. They can go from bright red to a more subdued brown color depending on their mood or surroundings. They also have a unique hunting behavior where they will perch on rocks or corals and wait for prey to swim by, then lunge at them with lightning speed.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
All livestock ordered between Monday and Sunday will ship out the following Tuesday or Wednesday. For example, livestock ordered between Monday the 1st and Sunday the 7th would ship out on Tuesday the 8th or Wednesday the 9th.
For the health and safety of our livestock we only ship on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We’re unable to hold livestock longer than one week.
All livestock is part of our Arrive Alive + 72 Hour Guarantee. We must be notified within 72 hours of any issues or we will be unable to process your claim.
Livestock can be fragile. If your animal does not meet our standards at the time your shipment is being packed, we will notify you and give you a credit toward another piece of livestock. Our goal is to provide you with the healthiest livestock possible, and we’ll do our best to ensure it gets to you safely. Cash refunds are not available for livestock, only credit toward other livestock.
Local pick-up: Our online stocklist may be different than what’s available for in-store pickup. Please call 385-800-6711 for in-store availability. You may order livestock online for local pick-up, and your order will be ready for pick up the following Tuesday or Wednesday after it’s placed.
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