Batfish Marine
The term batfish applies to members of the genus platax and several other unrelated species however only the five platax species are true batfishes true batfishes are a sub group of spadefishes a family of 20 marine fish with flattened oval bodies triangle shaped dorsal and anal fins and vertical lines to camouflage their eyes.
Batfish marine. Batfish are quite personable almost pet like and they are remarkably clever. A relativly small family fish fish with only a handful of species present. Batfish change greatly as they grow however the potential aquarist is most likely to see them in their juvenile form so that is the description of the colouration here.
Their care requirements are different to those of freshwater fish however and their tolerance for variations in such parameters as temperature and ph. Batfish are characterized by their elongated fins and wafer thin body they will take up large presents in an aquarium. Saltwater aquarium batfish such as the pinnatus batfish are a marine fish that can easily be the centerpiece of a marine aquarium.
Most batfish are a good intermediate aquarist fish that will capture your attention. While certainly not for the beginner there are a few that are appropriate for the intermediate aquarist looking for an unusual and engaging animal. They all have generally the same body shape.
They are found across the indo pacific coral reefs. Marine fish are some of the most beautiful fish available and their interesting behaviour bright colours and wide range of body shapes and sizes lend interest and colour to the home aquarium. Unlike so many marine species batfish are an exclusive small group with just five genus in the subfamily platax.
An adequate diet is necessary for these fish to thrive in captivity. Order online or in person at our new fishkill new york aquarium store location. Disk like with tall dorsal and anal fins similar to a freshwater angelfish.
The species have an amazing juvenile phase each one remarkably different to the adults. They are a very personable fish and may eat out of the owner s hand. The genus name platax comes from the greek word platys which means flat.
