{"product_id":"large-scale-leatherjacket-filefish","title":"Large Scale Leatherjacket Filefish","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eLarge Scale Leatherjacket Filefish\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eCantheschenia grandisquamis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"200\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e species that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"243\"\u003ereef-safe with caution\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"361\"\u003edistinctive large scales, elongated body, subtle earthy coloration, and unique swimming behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e. Males typically display slightly more pronounced coloration along their fins and a sturdier, more robust body, while females and juveniles are generally smaller, more streamlined, and less vividly colored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eThey reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"605\"\u003e10–12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e as adults and should be housed in aquariums of at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e120 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e. The tank should provide a mix of \u003cstrong data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"773\"\u003esandbed, live rock, hiding spots, and open swimming space\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with \u003cstrong data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"813\"\u003estable water parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temperature ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4) and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"893\"\u003esecure lid\u003c\/strong\u003e, as this species may jump when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eTheir \u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"952\"\u003ediet\u003c\/strong\u003e consists of \u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003emysis shrimp, brine shrimp, copepods, high-quality pellets, and algae\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing them to thrive and display natural behaviors. With proper care, the Large Scale Leatherjacket Filefish becomes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003estriking and standout addition\u003c\/strong\u003e to a marine aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Aquatics Quarantine \u0026amp; Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos\/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"International Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57476867129647,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/3532\/6511\/files\/1_1aa63bd0-4550-4ba3-9405-8f4ce885bfd9.png?v=1777529319","url":"https:\/\/internationalaquatics.com\/products\/large-scale-leatherjacket-filefish","provider":"International Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}