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Hawkfish: Hawkfish belong to the Cirrhitidae family.
The genera available in the aquarium trade consist of Cirrhitus, Oxycirrhitus, Neocirrhitus, Paracirrhites, and
Amblycirrhites.
Most reach a size of three inches in an aquarium, and the largest member of the family reaches an adult size of over
20 inches in the wild. Hawkfish are closely related to Morwongs. Most Hawkfish have cirri, or hairs on the tips of their
dorsal (top) fins, and also behind their nostrils.
Hawkfish get their name from their hunting techniques, which are similar to a hawk. The fish will rest atop the highest point on the coral reef, waiting for suitable prey to appear. The fish will then dive down to capture prey. The Hawkfish diet should include a variety of marine meats, frozen preparations, and live feeder shrimp. Click on thumbnails for more information.
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