Description: The Moorish Idol is also commonly known in Hawaii as "Kihikihi" which means "curves," "corners," or "zigzags," and refers to its shape and color pattern. It is the only member of the family Zanclidae, and a very close relative of the Tangs or Surgeonfish. One of the most widespread fish, it can be found throughout the Indian Ocean, Red Sea, and all of the tropical Pacific. Wild specimens can attain a length of 7 inches, but 4 inches is more likely in the aquarium.The Moorish Idol tends to be very peaceful. Due to its size, schooling nature, and need for swimming space, it requires a large aquarium of at least 125 gallons. As its beauty is most evident while swimming, giving it adequate room is well rewarded. It is compatible with most fish and larger invertebrates, but should not be kept with any polyps or corals, which it will eat. Small invertebrates may be threatened as well.The Moorish Idol is a very difficult fish to feed. Live rock with large amounts of algae and sponges on which it can feed will help it acclimate. Then offer a varied diet of finely chopped meaty items, mysis shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, Spirulina, and algae. It should be fed several times a day.Perhaps the most graceful of all marine fish, for many hobbyists, it is also one of the most difficult fish to keep because it is so difficult to feed. For all but the most expert hobbyist, it is better admired in the ocean or in a public aquarium rather than in a home tank.Approximate Purchase Size: 3" to 5-1/2" inchesPlease do further research as needed!Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.SHIPPING & RETURN POLICIES:Exotic Marine Life professionally package all aquatic life in the best materials and use the most direct and reliable shipping method which is FedEx/UPS Priority Overnight. Please allow 2-5 days for your order to be processed & shipped..Our Fish is inspected then hand-picked I make sure it’s in perfect and in healthy condition and prepared for shipment to you. Fish are packaged in properly conditioned saltwater with correct pH levels in heavy-duty poly bags to cushion and protect. Each bag is filled with oxygen for optimal conditions and secured by a professional bag sealing technology. The water and airtight bags are then housed in Styrofoam coolers along with a heat or ice pack, as seasonal conditions dictate.Shipping Day: Monday through Thursday every Week!VERY IMPORTANT: If we deem that your order is not in excellent condition to ship out OR if there are weather concerns (Too Cold, Too Hot, Holiday Traffic, Etc.) we will return your money back to you.**The order can always be placed again when the weather breaks or we get better condition livestock.Additionally: we do NOT honor any issues with FedEx/UPS shipment delays BUT We will try our best to work you on shipping out another order. FedEx/UPS is the most reliable overnight shipping method, and usually there are NO issues using this method.Guarantee live arrival or full item replacement minus shipping cost. DOA must be reported within an hour of reported delivery time per carrier, please DO NOT remove the deceased fish from the original shipping bag and DO NOT discard the deceased item without authorization from us.. Clear photos must be submitted within that hour. Do not discard fish until photos are received & acknowledged. Replacement process (will be quick). Refusal may void guarantee.Credit will be given for the fish only in the form of store credit. Once the fish is removed from the shipping bag, the responsibility for its health and well-being is up to the owner.We are not responsible for any deaths that may occur during the acclimation process, aggression within tank mates or if water quality is poor...CARE & ACCLIMATION Detailed care can be found elsewhere, & should be researched prior to purchase. Acclimate for 60+ minutes. Anemones PLEASE TAKE PICTURES OF PACKAGE IF IT ARRIVES DAMAGED!Thank You Everyone (:
Price: 179 USD
Location: Los Angeles, California
End Time: 2024-09-15T17:08:18.000Z
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