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A vibrant HAWK - LYRETAIL RED Cyprinocirrhites polyactis, with a spiky dorsal fin, swims above a textured seabed. Its lighter tail stands out in motion against the dim underwater background.
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HAWK – LYRETAIL RED Cyprinocirrhites polyactis

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The Lyretail Red Hawkfish, also known as the Swallowtail Hawk, has a large distribution across the Indo-West Pacific. With this large distribution however, the Lyretail red hawk is not as common in the aquarium trade. This could be due to the fact that this species can be found at depths of up to 400 feet. It has a mottled yellow-orange colored body wth a lyretail that separates it from all other hawkfish. Hawkfish are extremely personable and fun to watch as they “hop” and perch around the aquarium. This behavior is due to their lack of a swim bladder that would otherwise enable them to continually swim in the water column like many of their tank mates. The Lyretail red hawk is relatively hardy and one of the least aggressive hawkfish, making them a great choice for beginners! Still, the Lyretail red hawk should not be kept with very small and timid fish that could be subject to bullying. An adult Lyretail red hawkfish can reach a size of approximately 5″.

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Description

Care Level: Easy

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Reef Compatible: With Caution

General Description: The Lyretail Red Hawkfish, also known as the Swallowtail Hawk, has a large distribution across the Indo-West Pacific. With this large distribution however, the Lyretail red hawk is not as common in the aquarium trade. This could be due to the fact that this species can be found at depths of up to 400 feet. It has a mottled yellow-orange colored body wth a lyretail that separates it from all other hawkfish. Hawkfish are extremely personable and fun to watch as they “hop” and perch around the aquarium. This behavior is due to their lack of a swim bladder that would otherwise enable them to continually swim in the water column like many of their tank mates. The Lyretail red hawk is relatively hardy and one of the least aggressive hawkfish, making them a great choice for beginners! Still, the Lyretail red hawk should not be kept with very small and timid fish that could be subject to bullying. An adult Lyretail red hawkfish can reach a size of approximately 5″.

Diet Requirements: In the wild Lyretail red hawkfish are carnivores. A diet consisting of various protein-based dried foods and frozen preparations such as brine shrimp, squid, and mysis shrimp will maintain optimal health and coloration.

Care Requirements: A minimum 55 gallon aquarium with a tight lid is ideal, as some hawkfish have been known to jump. Hawkfish enjoy a variety of rock work and crevices to take refuge and perch on. The Lyretail red hawk is a little unusual, however, in that it prefers to perch in low areas of the aquarium, or on the substrate, rather than the rocks. This species may chase away fish that get close to its preferred perches. Keeping a single hawkfish species per aquarium is an absolute; the Lyretail red hawkfish is likely intolerable of other hawkfish species. Additionally, hawkfish can sometimes harass other fish that behave similarily (i.e., other fish that lack swim bladders such as blennies). The Lyretail red hawkfish is to be added into a reef aquarium “with caution” because certain small invertebrates (e.g., shrimp, crabs) or even fish will likely become prey. Recommended water conditions, 72-78° F, KH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025.

Purchase Size: Medium: 3″ to 3-3/4″

Note: Your item may not look identical to the image provided due to variation within species. Purchase sizes are approximate.

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Dry goods orders are shipped via US Postal Service or UPS to the address provided at checkout based on the selection made in your website shopping cart. Product is carefully packed to help prevent any damage during shipping. Once processed you will receive a shipment notification via email with tracking number, and delivery notification. Please allow 48 hours for processing after your order is placed.

Perishable items (i.e. live plants, refrigerated/frozen foods) are shipped via US Postal Service 2-3 day to the address provided at checkout for a $25.00 flat rate charge. Items are packed with secure packing material and heat, cold, or Cryo packs as needed to maintain safe temperatures during transit. If one or more perishable items are in the shopping cart at checkout the $25.00 perishable shipping charge will automatically appear and need to be selected. Once processed you will receive a shipment notification via email with tracking number. Please allow 48 hours for processing after your order is placed.

Livestock (i.e. fish, invertebrates, coral) are shipped via UPS Overnight to the address provided at checkout for a $55.00 flat rate charge. Livestock is packed in insulated styrofoam boxes with secure packing material and heat, cold, or Cryo packs as needed to maintain safe temperatures during transit. If one or more livestock items are in the shopping cart at checkout the $55.00 livestock shipping charge will automatically appear and need to be selected. Livestock is shipped Monday through Wednesday ONLY (no weekend delivery is available) weather permitting, and we reserve the right to delay shipping until conditions are appropriate for safe arrival. Once your order is placed we will contact you to arrange the best shipping date based on these criteria. Someone must be available to receive the livestock order on the first delivery attempt. Once processed you will receive a shipment notification via email with tracking number. Please allow 48 hours for processing after your order is placed.

For mixed dry goods/perishable & livestock orders items will be shipped via their corresponding shipping methods outlined above. Dry goods will be shipped via US Postal Service or UPS based on your selection and checkout, while livestock will ship via UPS Overnight for a $55.00 flat rate charge. You will receive separate notifications and tracking numbers for the dry goods and livestock. Please note due to different carriers and shipping methods dry goods and livestock may arrive on different days.

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