{"product_id":"white-painted-anglerfish","title":"White Painted Anglerfish","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhite Painted Anglerfish: The Ghostly Hunter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Painted Anglerfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Antennarius pictus), commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003ePainted Frogfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fascinating and highly variable ambush predator prized by specialty marine aquarists. While its coloration can range from black, brown, and red to yellow, the \"White\" variety is particularly sought after for its striking, pale appearance, often mottled with dark spots or patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all members of the Frogfish family, this species is a master of \u003cstrong\u003eaggressive mimicry\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its scaleless, bumpy skin and ability to change color allow it to perfectly mimic sponges or rockwork. The White Painted Anglerfish relies on its modified first dorsal spine, the \u003cstrong\u003eillicium\u003c\/strong\u003e, which acts as a fishing rod with a worm-like lure (esca) at the tip, to draw in prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Painted Anglerfish can reach a maximum size of up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e (30 cm), making it one of the larger aquarium-suitable frogfish species, although many specimens stay smaller. Due to its size and predatory nature, a minimum tank size of \u003cstrong\u003e50 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, which must contain ample structure for perching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an obligate \u003cstrong\u003eCarnivore\u003c\/strong\u003e and an insatiable ambush predator. In the wild, it consumes small fish and crustaceans. In captivity, it must be weaned onto frozen, meaty foods, such as marine shrimp, krill, and chunks of squid, using long tongs to target-feed and simulate a live target. \u003cstrong\u003eAvoid feeding any freshwater feeder fish\u003c\/strong\u003e as this leads to fatal nutritional deficiencies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anglerfish are sedentary hunters with low metabolisms. They should only be fed until their stomach shows a slight bulge, typically every 2 to 4 days, depending on the size of the meal. Overfeeding is a common cause of death in captivity. It is crucial that new specimens are quickly converted from live food to a nutritious frozen diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe With Caution\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Anglerfish will not bother corals, but it will consume virtually every ornamental invertebrate (shrimp, crabs, snails) and any fish that can fit into its enormous, protusible mouth, which can swallow prey nearly twice its size. It is best suited for a fish-only (FOWLR) or species-specific aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Aggressive \/ Predatory\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is passive toward humans and non-prey tankmates but is an aggressive predator. Tankmates must be large, robust, and significantly faster than the Anglerfish. They should be kept singly unless the tank is very large and the individuals are similar in size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide plenty of low-flow areas with live rock and structure where the fish can perch and camouflage itself. Anglerfish are known to occasionally \"jet propel\" themselves but primarily \"walk\" on their pectoral fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antennarius pictus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Common Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Painted Anglerfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Common Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted Frogfish, Clown Anglerfish, Spotted Frogfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific (Widespread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 12 inches (30 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive \/ Predatory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore (Must be trained to frozen meaty foods)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50+ Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution (Will eat small fish and all ornamental shrimp\/crabs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SLA","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":67705457934556,"sku":"pob1791986741803","price":157.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":67705457967324,"sku":"fnz1791986741804","price":152.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/1422\/1020\/files\/white-painted-anglerfish_1.webp?v=1791986748","url":"https:\/\/calmhemwear.shop\/products\/white-painted-anglerfish","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}