Pixy Hawkfish

The Pixy Hawkfish is a small, vibrantly patterned hawkfish species featuring a white to pinkish body densely covered with bright red to orange-red spots. Its compact, stocky build and oversized pectoral fins give it the characteristic hawkfish appearance, while its pointed head and large eyes lend it an alert, inquisitive expression. This eye-catching coloration and diminutive size make it one of the most popular hawkfish for smaller marine aquariums.

In the aquarium, the Pixy Hawkfish is a bold and entertaining fish that quickly becomes a favorite due to its animated behavior. It will establish a favorite perching spot atop a coral head or rock ledge and dart out to investigate passing food or curious tankmates. This species is remarkably hardy and adapts to captive life with ease, readily accepting a wide range of frozen and prepared foods from the first day.

Despite its small size, the Pixy Hawkfish is a capable micro-predator that will consume ornamental shrimp and very small fish. It is generally considered reef-safe with corals, though its habit of perching directly on coral colonies can occasionally irritate sensitive species. Its hardiness, manageable size, and bold personality make it an excellent choice for beginner marine aquarists looking for a charismatic addition to a nano or standard reef tank.