{"title":"Boxfish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"640\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eBoxfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, some of the most unusual and fascinating marine fish available for saltwater aquariums. Known for their cube-shaped bodies, vibrant colors, and charming personalities, Boxfish are true conversation pieces that bring character to any marine aquarium.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"whitespotted-boxfish","title":"Whitespotted Boxfish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Boxfish is also referred to as the Spotted Boxfish, Blue Boxfish, Black Boxfish, or Whitespotted Boxfish. The various names are due to the dimorphic appearance of the male and female. The male is the more colorful of the two, with a vibrant blue body and a wide black swath covering the top of the body like a cap. The entire body is speckled with dots, white on black and black on blue while a thin horizontal stripe of orange adorns the tail. The female is entirely black with white dots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very difficult fish to keep in the aquarium setting by any other than the most experienced aquarist. It should have a minimum of a 180 gallon tank. Use caution if placing the Boxfish in a reef tank as they will often nibble at tubeworms. When stressed, the Boxfish releases a poisonous substance, called ostracitoxin, from its mucous glands which will kill other fish in the tank very quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery little success has been achieved in breeding these fish in an aquarium. When first introduced, the Boxfish can be fed a diet of live brine shrimp or bloodworms. After acclimatization, chopped squid, clams, mussels, and herbivore preparations can be fed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53596853076282,"sku":"F-BOX-001","price":35.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/lg_75242_Boxfish.webp?v=1781287767"},{"product_id":"cubicus-boxfish-expert-only","title":"Cubicus Boxfish EXPERT ONLY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cubicus Boxfish is also referred to as the Yellow Boxfish, Polka Dot Boxfish, or Cube Boxfish. The juvenile form is easily identifiable as having a yellow box-shaped body with brown spots. As an adult, the yellow will fade and become brown. The Cubicus Boxfish is sometimes confused with the Longhorn Cowfish, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLactoria cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which is occasionally also called the Yellow Boxfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very difficult fish to keep in the aquarium setting by any other than the most experienced aquarist. It should have a minimum of a 125 gallon tank. Use caution if placing the Spotted Boxfish in a reef tank as they will often nibble at tubeworms. If stressed, the Cubicus Boxfish releases a poisonous substance, called ostracitoxin, from its mucous glands which will kill other fish in the tank very quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery little success has been achieved in breeding these fish in an aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen first introduced, the Cubicus Boxfish prefers a diet of live brine shrimp or bloodworms. Once acclimated, the diet should include chopped squid, clams, mussels, and herbivore preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53596931227962,"sku":"F-BOX-002","price":45.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/Ostracioncubicum.webp?v=1781291722"},{"product_id":"helmet-cowfish-expert-only","title":"Helmet Cowfish EXPERT ONLY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReferred to by many names, including Camel Cowfish, Thornback, Thornbacked Boxfish, Helmet Cowfish, and Hovercraft Boxfish, the Helmet Cowfish requires the care of an experienced aquarist. The Helmet Cowfish has a rather drab, pale tan body with random blotches of blue and occasional black dots. The eyes are large and blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Helmet Cowfish should have a minimum of a 180 gallon tank. Use caution if placing it in a reef tank as it will often nibble at tubeworms. When stressed, the Helmet Cowfish releases a poisonous substance, called ostracitoxin, from its mucous glands which will kill other fish in the tank very quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery little success has been achieved in breeding this fish in the aquarium setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introduced into a tank, the Helmet Cowfish can be fed a diet of live brine shrimp or bloodworms. After acclimatization, chopped squid, clams, mussels, and herbivore preparations can be fed. This fish has the peculiar habit of coming to the surface and spitting when it is hungry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53596982739258,"sku":"F-BOX-003","price":45.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/Tetrasomusgibbosus.webp?v=1781292803"},{"product_id":"longhorn-cowfish-expert-only","title":"Longhorn Cowfish EXPERT ONLY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Longhorn Cowfish inhabit the reefs of the Indo-Pacific, usually in the less turbid waters. The body is tan to yellow and covered with white and blue dots, and is occasionally referred to as the Yellow Boxfish; however, the Longhorn is not to be confused with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eOstracion cubicus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly called the Yellow or Polka Dot Boxfish. In the wild, it is not uncommon to see a 20\" specimen, while in the aquarium the Longhorn Cowfish tends to be dramatically smaller - 16\" or less.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen possible, the Longhorn Cowfish should be the first fish introduced in the tank. It is intolerant of other Longhorns, so keep it in a large tank, with some live rock for algae scraping. Use caution if placing the Cowfish Longhorn in a reef tank as it may nibble on tubeworms. When housed correctly, the Cowfish Longhorn is long-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to other boxfish, the Cowfish Longhorn's skin is poisonous and, when threatened, it will release a toxin lethal to other tank members, including other Longhorns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince they are omnivores, the Longhorn Cowfish should be offered a variety of meaty and vegetable foods. They are slow eaters, and should not be housed with aggressive eaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"-","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53596992897338,"sku":"F-BOX-004","price":30.0,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/3279\/3402\/files\/lg_75306_Longhorn_Cowfish_979cc439-3664-4f1b-952d-c42c5be7ea11.webp?v=1781292979"}],"url":"https:\/\/reefamorous.com\/collections\/boxfish.oembed","provider":"Reefamorous","version":"1.0","type":"link"}