{"product_id":"striped-sweetlips-fish","title":"Striped Sweetlips Fish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Striped Sweetlips, *Plectorhinchus lineatus*, is a striking and large species belonging to the Grunts and Sweetlips family. Its body is adorned with bold, horizontal black and white stripes that run from head to tail, creating a captivating visual display. As the fish matures, these stripes may become less defined, and the overall coloration can shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of 180 gallons is recommended to accommodate the potential adult size of this species, which can reach up to 2 feet in length in a home aquarium. A spacious environment with plenty of open swimming areas and rocky overhangs or caves for hiding is essential for their well-being. While generally peaceful towards other fish, they can be territorial with conspecifics or similar-looking species. They are not considered reef-safe as they may nip at corals and other invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Striped Sweetlips is a carnivorous species and requires a varied diet of meaty foods. Offer a mix of high-quality frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, krill, and chopped seafood like squid or fish. They should be fed multiple times a day, especially when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreeding in a home aquarium is not common for this species. There are no readily apparent visual differences between males and females. Due to their potential size and dietary needs, the Striped Sweetlips is best suited for experienced aquarists with large aquarium systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plectorhinchus lineatus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Discover Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":53075825426721,"sku":"TT-6265-S","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":53075825459489,"sku":"TT-6265-M","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":53075825492257,"sku":"TT-6265-L","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/4044\/4961\/files\/Striped-Sweetlips-Fish-7.jpg?v=1784976980","url":"https:\/\/discoveraquaticsshop.com\/products\/striped-sweetlips-fish","provider":"Discover Aquatics Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}