{"id":12130,"date":"2026-02-17T23:08:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:08:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/scarlet-hawkfish-neocirrhitus-armatus\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:08:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:08:50","slug":"scarlet-hawkfish-neocirrhitus-armatus","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=scarlet-hawkfish-neocirrhitus-armatus","title":{"rendered":"Scarlet Hawkfish Neocirrhitus Armatus"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"157\">Scarlet Hawkfish \u2013 <em data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"155\">Neocirrhitus armatus<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"431\"><strong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"172\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"175\" \/>The Scarlet Hawkfish is a <strong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"226\">striking reef species<\/strong>, instantly recognizable by its <strong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"305\">vivid red coloration and small, robust body<\/strong>. Known for its <strong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"366\">perching behavior and curious personality<\/strong>, it adds <strong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"410\">lively activity and bold color<\/strong> to reef aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"565\"><strong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"444\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"447\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"484\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, commonly inhabiting <strong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"562\">coral reefs, rocky outcrops, and lagoon environments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"747\"><strong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"579\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"582\" \/>Carnivorous \u2013 thrives on <strong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"684\">small crustaceans, mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood<\/strong>. Daily feedings of high-quality meaty foods are recommended.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"924\"><strong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"764\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"767\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"834\">peaceful to moderately semi-aggressive reef fish<\/strong>. Avoid predatory or highly aggressive species that may <strong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"907\">stress or eat<\/strong> this hawkfish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1056\"><strong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"941\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"944\" \/><strong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"963\">Semi-aggressive<\/strong> \u2013 territorial around its perching spots but generally peaceful with compatible tank mates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1194\"><strong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1079\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1082\" \/><strong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1098\">Intermediate<\/strong> \u2013 requires a <strong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1191\">well-established reef tank with plenty of live rock for perching and hiding<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1219\"><strong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1217\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1347\">\n<li data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1258\">\n<p data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1258\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1256\">74\u201378\u00b0F (23\u201326\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1278\">\n<p data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1278\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1276\">8.1\u20138.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1308\">\n<p data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1308\">Salinity: <strong data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1306\">1.020\u20131.025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1347\">\n<p data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1347\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1345\">30+ gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1531\">The <strong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1373\">Scarlet Hawkfish<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1429\">bold, active, and visually captivating species<\/strong>, ideal for reef aquarists seeking to <strong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1504\">add vibrant color and personality<\/strong> to their aquarium setup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Scarlet Hawkfish \u2013 Neocirrhitus armatus Overview:The Scarlet Hawkfish is a striking reef species, instantly recognizable by its vivid red coloration and small, robust body. Known for its perching behavior and curious personality, it adds lively activity and bold color to reef aquariums. 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