Blue Spot Jawfish (Opistognathus rosenblatti)

The Blue Spot Jawfish is a visually striking and highly sought-after species, known for its electric blue spots and bold personality. This burrowing fish creates and guards its burrow, offering fascinating behavior and interaction with its environment, making it a favorite in nano and reef tanks.

Care Information

• Maximum Size: Up to 4 inches.
• Tank Size: 30 gallons minimum, with at least 3-4 inches of soft substrate for burrowing.
• Diet: Carnivorous; feed small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood.
• Water Temp: 74-80°F.
• Salinity: 1.020-1.025.
• Aggression: Peaceful, but can be territorial around its burrow. Ideal for a community tank with other peaceful species.
• Skill Level: Intermediate.
• Reef Compatibility: Completely reef-safe; will not harm corals or invertebrates.

Typical Habitat

• Distribution: Found in the Eastern Pacific, particularly around the Gulf of California and the Mexican coast. Prefers sandy areas and rubble zones in shallow reef environments, where it can construct burrows​