Frogfish

Frogfish (Antennarius spp.)

Scientific Name: Antennarius species (exact ID varies by morph or region)

Small Fish Safe: No – will eat anything that fits in its mouth

Invert Safe: No – known to eat shrimp, crabs, and other meaty inverts

Coral Safe: Yes – does not bother coral

Adult Size: Typically 8–15 cm depending on species

Diet: Carnivore – requires live or frozen meaty foods; may need training onto dead food

Why We Like It:

Frogfish are ambush predators with unmatched camouflage and the ability to gulp prey nearly as large as themselves. With their quirky movement and unique appearance, they make unforgettable oddballs for species or predator tanks. Provide low flow, rock cover, and do not mix with anything small enough to swallow whole. A true specialist fish for experienced keepers.