{"product_id":"one-spot-foxface-rabbit-fish","title":"One Spot Foxface Rabbit Fish | Siganus unimaculatus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe One Spot Foxface is a striking rabbitfish with a bright yellow body, a boldly striped black-and-white head and a single dark spot on the flank. Peaceful and hardy, it is a superb natural algae grazer, though its dorsal and anal spines are venomous, so it should be handled with care. Adults reach around 20 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSiganus unimaculatus is found on coral reefs of the western Pacific, particularly around the Philippines and Japan, where it grazes algae across reef flats and slopes, often in pairs. In the aquarium it needs open swimming space, plenty of live rock for grazing and shelter, and a stable, well-established system. It will happily fold away its bright colour into a mottled camouflage pattern when resting or startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is vivid yellow, with a black-and-white striped face and a distinctive single black blotch on the upper rear flank that separates it from the very similar Foxface Lo. The snout is elongate and fox-like, giving the fish its common name. Healthy specimens are full-bodied, bright yellow and graze actively; colour that stays dull and mottled outside of rest can indicate stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is peaceful. The One Spot Foxface is a calm, well-behaved fish that suits community reef and FOWLR systems and rarely troubles other fish. Its venomous spines are purely defensive, but care should be taken when netting or handling it. It can be territorial toward other rabbitfish, so keep only one unless the tank is large or a bonded pair is intended. It mixes well with tangs, clownfish, wrasse, angelfish and other reef fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis species is a herbivore and an excellent algae eater, helpful for controlling nuisance algae. Offer dried seaweed (nori) on a clip daily, along with spirulina and herbivore preparations, and some varied prepared foods. A well-fed foxface is far less likely to sample corals, so keep vegetable matter constantly available. Feeding several small portions daily keeps it in good weight and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of 280 L, with 400 L or larger recommended for long-term housing. Maintain temperature at 24–27°C, pH 8.1–8.4 and salinity 1.023–1.025. Moderate flow, good oxygenation and plenty of live rock for grazing suit it well. Use strong biological filtration, protein skimming and regular water changes to keep water quality high. Remember the venomous spines when working in the tank; a sting is painful but rarely serious, similar to a bee sting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreeding in home aquariums is very rare. Rabbitfish are pelagic spawners with tiny larvae that require specialised rearing systems. For aquarium keeping, focus on stable water, excellent algae-based nutrition and suitable tank mates rather than breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiganus unimaculatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne Spot Foxface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Pacific coral reefs, especially the Philippines and Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful (venomous defensive spines)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 L or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHerbivore; marine algae, dried seaweed (nori), spirulina preparations and prepared greens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable for marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.023–1.025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef aquariums and FOWLR systems with grazing room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef safe with caution; generally leaves corals alone if kept well fed, but may nip fleshy corals if underfed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable for marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable tank mates include tangs, clownfish, wrasse, angelfish, cardinalfish, larger gobies and other peaceful to semi-aggressive reef fish. It is an excellent, calm community fish and a natural algae control helper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with other rabbitfish or foxfaces in smaller tanks, very aggressive fish that may harass it, and situations where it may be startled into pressing its venomous spines against handlers or tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55234121597219,"sku":"AA2186-S","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55234121629987,"sku":"AA2186","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (10-15cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55234121662755,"sku":"AA2186-L","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"X-Large (15-20cm) \/ Imported","offer_id":55351918952739,"sku":"AA2186-XL","price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/one-spot-foxface-rabbit-fish-43090654265635.webp?v=1790305845","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/one-spot-foxface-rabbit-fish","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}