{"id":3441,"date":"2026-02-16T23:27:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:27:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/clown-file-fish-cantherhines-macroceros\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T23:27:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T23:27:26","slug":"clown-file-fish-cantherhines-macroceros","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=clown-file-fish-cantherhines-macroceros","title":{"rendered":"Clown File Fish Cantherhines Macroceros"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"156\">Clown Filefish \u2013 <em data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"154\">Cantherhines macroceros<\/em><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"466\"><strong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"171\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"174\" \/>The Clown Filefish is a <strong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"238\">striking and colorful marine species<\/strong>, featuring a <strong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"329\">slender, laterally compressed body with bold markings and unique patterns<\/strong> that resemble a clown-like appearance. Its <strong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"414\">calm demeanor and distinct coloration<\/strong> make it a fascinating addition to reef aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"599\"><strong data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"479\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"482\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"519\">Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, typically found around <strong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"596\">coral reefs, lagoons, and coastal rocky habitats<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"813\"><strong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"613\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"616\" \/>Omnivorous \u2013 feeds on <strong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"695\">algae, small invertebrates, and prepared marine foods<\/strong>. In captivity, provide a varied diet including <strong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"810\">spirulina, marine algae, mysis shrimp, and high-quality pellets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"952\"><strong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"830\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"833\" \/>Best kept with <strong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"870\">peaceful reef fish<\/strong>. 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Its calm demeanor and distinct coloration make it a fascinating addition to reef aquariums. 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