The **Matted Filefish** is a fascinating addition to any aquarium, with its distinctive body shape and coloration that mimics seaweed in its natural habitat. This species can grow up to 5 inches and requires a minimum of a 40-gallon tank to flourish. The **Matted Filefish** features a brown body adorned with white and green patterns. Known for its peaceful nature, it generally coexists well with other fish, except those of its own kind. While it is often introduced to aquariums to manage aiptasia, the **Matted Filefish** may not always consume it and might occasionally nibble on hard and soft corals and small invertebrates.

As an omnivore, the **Matted Filefish** requires a diet that includes both meaty and plant-based foods. To maintain its health, it should be fed multiple times daily with foods like mysis and brine shrimp, krill, and various algae. A well-established tank with plenty of pods is also beneficial for the **Matted Filefish**.

• Tank Capacity: 40 Gallons
  Behavior: Peaceful
  Max Length: 5 inches
  Colors: Brown, Green, White
  Feeding: Omnivorous
  Natural Habitat: Indo-Pacific Ocean, Indonesia
  Reef Suitability: Cautiously Compatible
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Water Parameters: Temperature 74-82 F, Salinity 1.020-1.027, pH 7.9-8.5
  Alternate Names: Aiptasia Eating Filefish, Jade Filefish, Bristle-Tail Filefish

Size Categories: Tiny: Up to 1", Small: Over 1-1.5", Small/Medium: Over 1.5-2", Medium: Over 2-2.5", Medium/Large: Over 2.5-3", Large: Over 3-3.5", Extra Large: Over 3.5-4", Extra Extra Large: Over 4-4.5", Show Size: Over 4.5"