Yellowhead Jawfish

Yellowhead Jawfish

Scientific Name: Opistognathus aurifrons

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: Yes

Coral Safe: Yes

Adult Size: Up to 10 cm

Diet: Carnivore – eats frozen mysis, brine shrimp, copepods, and micro-pellets

Why We Like It:

The Yellowhead Jawfish is a fascinating burrow-building species with a bright golden face and pearlescent body. Peaceful and reef-safe, it spends most of its time hovering above its burrow, darting back inside when startled. Best kept in tanks with deep, fine sand and rubble zones. Ideal for peaceful systems where its shy, endearing behaviour can be fully appreciated. A true character fish for reef keepers wanting something different.