Red Warty Angler RWA081801 WYSIWYG Size: XL 5"

Antennarius commersoni

Reef Compatible - Yes
Care Level - Intermediate
Disposition - Aggressive
Min. Tank Size - 50 gallons
Mature Size - 15 inches

A mesmerizing deep-sea predator with a velvety red body adorned with distinctive warty bumps that provide natural camouflage. The Red Warty Angler possesses a bioluminescent lure dangling from its modified dorsal spine, used to attract unsuspecting prey in the ocean's darkest depths. This aggressive hunter features an enormous mouth capable of swallowing prey whole and an expandable stomach designed for opportunistic feeding. Its sedentary hunting style makes it perfect for aquarists seeking a low-maintenance yet visually captivating specimen. Ideal for intermediate to advanced keepers, this species demands a minimum 50-gallon tank with dim lighting, gentle water flow, and abundant shelter. It reaches up to 15 inches and proves reef-safe, coexisting peacefully with corals and larger fish that cannot fit in its cavernous mouth. Feed live or frozen small fish and shrimp. Watch as this ancient-looking creature employs its hypnotic lure to ambush prey—a living window into the mysteries of the deep ocean.