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Purple Tilefish Goby - Hoplolatilus purpureus
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RESTRICTED SPECIES: This species is very difficult to keep and should only be attempted by expert aquarists, or is a `delicate shipper.` Our Arrive Alive guarantee is not available on this item.

Purple Tilefish Goby - Hoplolatilus purpureus
Maximum Size: the Hoplolatilus purpureus grows up to 6 inches.
General Size Specifications: The small size will come to you generally 2 to 3 inches; the medium generally 4 to 5 inches; the large generally 6 to 7 inches.
Minimum Tank Size: The Purple Tilefish Goby prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.
Diet: The Hoplolatilus purpureus is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of foods, especially Mysis Shrimp, worms, flakes.
Level of Care: The Purple Tilefish Goby is a medium maintenance fish.
Behavior: The Purple Tilefish Goby may act peacefully toward other fish.
Breeding: Able to breed.
Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F).
Range: Indo-Pacific.
General Notes: May jump out. Keep in covered tank. Needs places to burrow. Prefer presence of substrate. Often found in pairs. Mid water fish, needs a medium to large sized tank with plenty of swimming space.

Note: Due to variations among each species, livestock may not look identical to the image provided. Expect diversity since each animal is unique in color, texture and shape.