Scientific Name: Myripristis violacea

Common Name: Violet Soldierfish

Species Group: Soldierfish

Habitat: Reef Safe

Care Level: Intermediate

Temperament: Peaceful

Diet Type: Carnivore

Role in Aquarium: Schooling Fish

Max Fish Length: 10 (inches)

Min Aquarium Size: 75 (gallons)

Native Range: Indo-Pacific, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and the Great Barrier Reef