The Pearly Jawfish is one of the most fascinating and personable saltwater fish available for reef aquariums. Known for its shimmering blue-green coloration, pearly white markings, and curious personality, this Caribbean native spends much of its day hovering near its burrow and observing everything happening in the tank. Pearly Jawfish are excellent choices for peaceful reef systems and quickly become a favorite among hobbyists due to their unique behavior and engaging personality.
At My Tiny Fins, we take pride in providing healthy, carefully selected livestock. Every fish is packed with care, and we offer a Live Arrival Guarantee for your peace of mind. We primarily ship livestock on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure the safest transit times.
Care Information –
Scientific Name: Opistognathus aurifrons
Common Name: Pearly Jawfish
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Safe: Yes
Adult Size: Up to 4 inches
Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
Temperature: 72–78°F
Salinity: 1.023–1.026
Care Tips –
– Provide a deep sand bed of at least 3-4 inches along with small pieces of rubble rock. Pearly Jawfish use these materials to construct and maintain their burrows.
– A secure lid is essential. Jawfish are well-known jumpers and can easily escape through small openings.
– Keep with peaceful tank mates that will not harass them or compete for their burrow space.
– Feed a varied diet consisting of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and other meaty marine foods.
– Maintain stable water parameters, as jawfish can be sensitive to sudden changes.
– Allow plenty of open sand areas so they can establish a comfortable territory.
Fun Fact –
Pearly Jawfish are natural engineers! They constantly rearrange sand, shells, and small rubble around their burrow entrance, creating elaborate homes that they may modify daily. Many hobbyists enjoy watching these hardworking fish build and maintain their underwater structures.
Live Arrival Guarantee: We stand behind the quality of our livestock. Please review our Live Arrival Guarantee policy for complete details. Livestock shipments are typically sent on Mondays and Tuesdays to ensure the safest and quickest delivery possible.
