Reeflings
Genus

Common name: Morwong

Scientific name: Cheilodactylus

Cheilodactylus is a genus of marine fish known commonly as morwongs. These fish are found in the temperate waters of the southern hemisphere, particularly around Australia and New Zealand. Morwongs are characterized by their robust bodies, small mouths, and distinctive color patterns. They are popular among hobbyists for their unique appearance and are generally peaceful, making them suitable for community tanks with other non-aggressive species. They feed on a variety of foods, including small invertebrates and algae, and can adapt to aquarium life if provided with ample space and hiding spots.

  1. Common name: Painted morwong
    Scientific name: Cheilodactylus ephippium
  2. Two banded morwongs Cheilodactylus spectabilis feeding on hard algae from flat bottom of mixed sand and rocks.
    Common name: Red moki
    Scientific name: Cheilodactylus spectabilis
  3. Common name: magpie morwong
    Scientific name: Cheilodactylus vestitus
  4. Red moki Cheilodactylus spectabilis above flat bottom partly covered with short brown algae.
    Common name: Striped morwong
    Scientific name: Cheilodactylus vittatus
  5. Seascape. Redlip morwong , Cheilodactylus zebra Döderlein, 1883 in the blue water
    Common name: Redlip morwong
    Scientific name: Cheilodactylus zebra
  6. タカノハダイ
    Common name: White-spot-tail morwong
    Scientific name: Cheilodactylus zonatus