Reeflings

Hawkfish

26 species

Hawkfish are a unique and interesting addition to any reef or fish-only saltwater aquarium. They are known for their bright colors and distinctive behavior of perching on corals or rockwork. Hawkfish species, such as the Flame Hawkfish (Neocirrhites armatus) and Longnose Hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus), are generally hardy and can be a good choice for beginner to intermediate aquarists. They require a well-established tank with plenty of hiding places and a diet that includes meaty foods like mysis shrimp and brine shrimp. It's important to note that some hawkfish can be territorial and may prey on small shrimp and other invertebrates, so careful selection of tank mates is crucial. Their fascinating behavior and ease of care make them a popular choice for many hobbyists.

  1. Common name: Twospot hawkfish
    Scientific name: Amblycirrhitus bimacula
  2. Redspotted Hawkfish on the Reef
    Common name: Grannyfish
    Scientific name: Amblycirrhitus pinos
  3. Büschelbarsch
    Common name: Boar hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys aprinus
  4. Yellow hawkfish china
    Common name: golden curlyfin
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys aureus
  5. Peacock grouper off coast of Bonaire
    Common name: Peacock Hind
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys bleekeri
  6. Common name: Spottedtail hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys calliurus
  7. Falco Hawkfish (Cirrhitichthys falco)
    Common name: Dwarf hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys falco
  8. Pixy hawkfish in Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia underwater
    Common name: Cave hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys guichenoti
  9. A Coral Hawkfish (Cirrhitichthys oxycephalus)
    Common name: Coral hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitichthys oxycephalus
  10. REDBARRED HAWKFISH, Cirrhitops fasciatus,  piliko'a
    Common name: ringed hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitops fasciatus
  11. White spotted hawkfish, Cirrhitops hubbardi, endemic species to Phoenix and Line Islands. Kritimati Island, Kribati.
    Common name: Redspotted Hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitops hubbardi
  12. Common name: West African hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitus atlanticus
  13. Close-up portrait of a stocky hawkfish (Cirrhitus pinnulatus); Maui, Hawaii, United States of America
    Common name: Stocky hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitus pinnulatus
  14. Giant Hawkfish
    Common name: Giant hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cirrhitus rivulatus
  15. Swallowtail hawkfish, Cyprinocirrhites polyactis, Bali Indonesia.
    Common name: Swallowtail hawkfish
    Scientific name: Cyprinocirrhites polyactis
  16. Common name: Wilhelm's hawkfish
    Scientific name: Itycirrhitus wilhelmi
  17. Red Brilliant Flame Hawkfish - (Neocirrhites armatus)
    Common name: Flame hawkfish
    Scientific name: Neocirrhites armatus
  18. Marine life, Liuqiu island, Taiwan
    Common name: Rockmover wrasse
    Scientific name: Novaculichthys taeniourus
  19. Longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus).
    Common name: Longnose hawkfish
    Scientific name: Oxycirrhites typus
  20. Arc-eye hawkfish (Paracirrhites arcatus) perching on coral, Borneo
    Common name: Arc-eye hawkfish
    Scientific name: Paracirrhites arcatus
  21. Korallenwächter
    Common name: Blackside hawkfish
    Scientific name: Paracirrhites forsteri
  22. White spotted hawkfish, Cirrhitops hubbardi, Line Islands.
    Common name: Whitespot hawkfish
    Scientific name: Paracirrhites hemistictus
  23. freckled hawkfish close-up.
    Common name: Hawkfish
    Scientific name: Paracirrhites nisus
  24. Common name: Xanthus Hawkfish
    Scientific name: Paracirrhites xanthus
  25. Young caucasian man wearing camouflage army uniform peeking in shock covering face and eyes with hand, looking through fingers afraid
    Common name: Shy soldier
    Scientific name: Plectrypops lima
  26. Sunburst anthias fish Serranocirrhitus latus
    Common name: Sunburst Anthias
    Scientific name: Serranocirrhitus latus