BIOTA Aiptasia-Eating Filefish

Name: BIOTA Aiptasia-Eating Filefish
SKU: FISH-AIPFILE-1
Price: 35.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.50 (2 reviews)

Acreichthys tomentosus

Biota Captive Bred

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Aiptasia-eating filefish

This somewhat reserved and mellow fish can be a great addition to tanks with heavy infestations of Aiptasia anemones. Though there are a few reports of the species occasionally targeting corals and small invertebrates, it is regarded as a very effective means of eliminating certain pest anemones.

Fish Orders Are currently on Hold until the week of 1/4/2021 Due to Animal Safety Concerns (Shipping is risky during the Holidays!)

0.5-1.0"

Fish

$35

Availability: In stock

More About BIOTA Aiptasia-Eating Filefish

BIOTA Aiptasia-Eating Filefish (Acreichthys tomentosus)

Glass anenomes (Aiptasia spp.) are a common occurrence in reef aquaria. Yet, they are universally feared and hated for their ability to sting, and often kill, neighboring animals such as corals. Aquarists have used many methods to control (if not eradicate) this pest. The most effective means of long-term control are typically biological. Several, though not many, aquarium species are known to feed on glass anemones. Among these, one of the most reliable is the Aiptasia-eating filefish<span style="font-size: 16px;">. Aside from its welcomed habit of consuming a potentially destructive pest, this captive bred offering has a bizarre appearance and charming personality. See below for more information.

Size and Care Requirements

Purchase Size: ~0.5-1" (length)
Max Size: 3″ (length)
Water Parameters:~78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.0-8.4, s.g. 1.021-1.023
Color: Silver-grey or green with cryptic black/mocha blotches (varies with environment).
Reef-Safe: Yes, with caution
Feeding: Carnivorous

Aiptasia-Eating Filefish Species Information

A. tomentosus is distributed across the Indo-West Pacific from East Africa to Fiji, and from the Ryukyu Islands (Japan) to New South Wales (Australia).

Benefits of Aquacultured Marine Livestock

Aquacultured Aiptasia-eating filefish offer a huge advantage over wild-caught specimens. For example, when bred and raised under captive conditions, they adjust more easily to aquarium life. They are also much less likely to carry disease. Better yet, aquacultured specimens can better tolerate shipping stress. Most notably, by purchasing aquacultured fish you support the aquaculture of marine organisms and help to make our hobby more sustainable!

100% Alive on Arrival (AoA) Guarantee

We guarantee that every Aiptasia-eating filefish we sell will be Alive On Arrival and in good health. Should it arrive in any other state, we will either replace it free of charge (including shipping) or issue store credit if the total livestock loss is less than $40. For more information, please also visit our 100% Alive On Arrival Guarantee page. Please Note: Overnight shipping (not included) is required for all Live Fish. Failure to select an overnight shipping option at checkout will complicate and delay your order.

Fish are Shipped Directly from BIOTA Facilities and not from AlgaeBarn

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Our Guarantee

We take the worry out of buying Live Copepods, Phytoplankton, Inverts, and Captive Bred Fish online by going above and beyond to take care of our customers. That’s why we guarantee every order we ship will be 100% Alive On Arrival or we will replace it free of charge. Booya. We’ll even cover the shipping on the replacement no matter which service you choose. Double Booya.

About our policy: When your order arrives, be sure and inspect the contents to ensure everything is looking alive and well before you add them to your tank or put them in the fridge. We’ll give you 12 hours after delivery to make sure you are completely satisfied.

“We will take care of you and make it right”

If for any reason you decide something isn’t quite ultra grade, simply snap a photo of the unopened item(s) you would like replaced. Be sure to get the expiration date on the back label in the photo. After that, visit www.algaebarn.com/claims and submit the form. We’ll review the photo and have a replacement out to you faster than a six-line wrasse at feeding time.

Captive Bred Fish: We guarantee every Live Fish we ship to be 100% Alive On Arrival and we also offer a 7-day health guarantee on all Live Captive Bred Fish. In the event that your fish arrives DOA (Dead On Arrival), simply take a photo of the fish in the unopened bag/jar within 2 hours after delivery and visit www.algaebarn.com/claims to submit the form. If the fish is DOA, we will offer you a choice of either a full refund or a free replacement, including the shipping cost. If the fish expires from natural causes (this does not include being killed by tank mates, jumping out of the aquarium, being acclimated to the wrong environment, not being fed the recommended foods) within 7 days after delivery, just provide a picture of the expired fish and we will offer you a free replacement, however, you must pay for shipping, or a refund, less the shipping cost. We can offer this industry leading guarantee on all of our live fish because Captive Bred fish are generally healthier and hardier than their wild-caught counterparts!

Invertebrates: We guarantee every invertebrate (Invert) we ship to be 100% Alive On Arrival. In the event that your inverts arrive DOA, simply take photos of the DOA items within 2 hours of delivery and visit www.algaebarn.com/claims to submit the form. We will review the photos and issue store credit for any DOA Inverts!

Once your replacement order is processed, we’ll send you a brand new tracking number automatically. Thats it, pretty simple right?

So start giving your tank the love it deserves and order with confidence knowing that AlgaeBarn has your back.

BIOTA Aiptasia-Eating Filefish

Acreichthys tomentosus

Biota Captive Bred

Fish Orders Are currently on Hold until the week of 1/4/2021 Due to Animal Safety Concerns (Shipping is risky during the Holidays!)

BIOTA Aiptasia-Eating Filefish (Acreichthys tomentosus)

Size and Care Requirements

Aiptasia-Eating Filefish Species Information

Benefits of Aquacultured Marine Livestock

100% Alive on Arrival (AoA) Guarantee

**Fish are Shipped Directly from BIOTA Facilities and not from AlgaeBarn**

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Fish are Shipped Directly from BIOTA Facilities and not from AlgaeBarn