What is Filefish?

Filefish, also called leather, crazy and shingles, is a fish that lasts more than 25 families. They normally occur in shallow tropical or subtropical waters around the world, swimming themselves, in pairs or small groups, depending on the species. Their bodies usually have an odd shape and look much larger when viewed from the side. The general name Filefish is derived from harsh, paper leather that covers their body, which was probably once used for sand wood. In some countries, Filefish are used to create roasted jerky snacks.

The appearance and size of these fish may vary significantly depending on the species. They usually have complex patterns made of stains, stains or stripes. These patterns can be almost any color, from black and white stripes similar to zebra to bright blue with yellow and orange spots. In general, the color of some fish types reflects their habitat in the sea; For example, Filefish that live near cliffs could have changed that mimicscolor and texture of this cliff. The largest known type of filefish is aluterus scriptus , which is about 3.5 feet (1 m) long, although other species are half size or smaller.

Filefish is usually born on the bottom of the ocean and, at a young age, travels to the open sea after being guarded by their maternal fish. However, some types of these fish drop eggs to the open ocean and do not say them. On the open sea, young fish are often consumed by tuna and dolfinfish, while the two are not related to dolphins despite their name. More precisely, Filefish is found in all oceans except the Arctic Ocean. These fish can also be found in aquariums such as pets or exhibits.

Fish are often maintained as pets and, depending on the species, may require an aquarium that can accommodate at least 50 gallons of water. Filefish generally considers very innate and non -aggressive when livingTE in a suitable aquarium, but certain species can act aggressive to smaller fish or those closely related to them. In captivity, it is generally considered to be important to feed these fish at least several times a day. Usually it is advisable to feed various fleshy seafood, such as shrimp and shells, even if some will eat seaweed. An important aspect of the production of a healthy aquarium environment for many of these fish involves providing a sufficient natural cover for shelter.