Facts about: The Blue Spotted Jawfish is one of my favorite fish. They are burrowing fish, meaning he likes to make himself a nice cave within the sand to live in. They are active diggers that will move around your tank making new holes when ever the first one gets old for them. Since they are diggers having at least 4" of sand in your tank is ideal. They are peaceful fish to have in your fish community and very reef safe, but will be aggressive to other jawfish that are introduced to a small tank. They require at least a 30 gallon tank minimum to be happy. They grow to be about 3 1/2" average and originate from the reefs in Mexico. They are really enjoyable to watch dig and if they notice you watching they will stop digging and stare back (I have always found this funny). They should be fed meaty foods a few times a day.
Words of Caution: These little guys are known to be jumpers when they feel threatened, so a top would be recommended. Also since they like to dig next to rocks make sure all your rocks are secured so that your rock work doesn't come tumbling down.
My personal experience with this fish: I have one and his name is Alfred, he is a very loving fish and it took him a few day to finally feel comfortable with his tank mates before he started digging (now I can't get him to stop haha). I call him my little creeper just for the fact that he will stop whatever he is doing just to stare back at me, kind of reminds me of the dramatic gopher video (http://youtu.be/y8Kyi0WNg40). I would recommend him to anyone who needs an awkward fish in his or hers life.
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