Reeflings
Family

Common name: Boxfish

Scientific name: Aracanidae

Aracanidae, commonly known as boxfish or cowfish, are a family of bony fish found primarily in the Indo-Pacific region. They are known for their distinctive box-like shape due to their rigid, bony carapace. This unique adaptation provides protection but limits their swimming agility. Members of this family are generally peaceful and can be kept in a reef aquarium with caution, as they may release toxins when stressed. They feed on a variety of foods, including algae, invertebrates, and small fish.

  1. The swimming appearance of the White-barred Boxfish, a fish with very hard scales
    Common name: White-barred Boxfish
    Scientific name: Anoplocapros lenticularis
  2. A female Shaw's cowfish, Aracana aurita, also known as a painted boxfish or striped cowfish. Found in the reefs of the eastern Indian Ocean around south Australia
    Common name: Striped cowfish
    Scientific name: Aracana aurita
  3. Male Ornate Cowfish (Aracana ornata)
    Common name: Ornate Cowfish
    Scientific name: Aracana ornata