WYSIWYG - F10252

Warty Frogfish (Antennarius maculatus)

✨ This Warty (Maculatus) Frogfish - affectionately known here as “Alfredo” - has been fully quarantined for a minimum of 14 days and trained to eat frozen food! He readily accepts frozen Silversides every 3–5 days and will also take live saltwater mollies or saltwater grass shrimp when offered. No need to rely solely on live feeding - Alfredo is healthy, eating well, and ready for his next home.

The Maculatus Frogfish, commonly called the Warty Frogfish, is a favorite for good reason. This quirky little ambush predator has loads of personality and incredible camouflage. Each individual sports a unique color pattern - often orange, yellow, white, or mottled with darker patches - and can even change color over time to match its surroundings.

Care Information:
Diet: Eating frozen Silversides; also accepts live saltwater mollies and saltwater grass shrimp
Quarantine: Held for a minimum of 14 days before shipping to ensure health and feeding consistency
Size: Approx. 3.5 inches
Tank Size: Suitable for 5 gallons or less while small; move to 10+ gallons as it grows
Habitat: Provide plenty of rockwork and/or macroalgae for perching and camouflage
Temperament: Predatory; keep singly or with other frogfish of similar size and type only if ample hiding space is available
Experience Level: Intermediate to advanced
Tank Type: Best kept in species-only setups or with carefully selected, non-aggressive tankmates

💡 Fun Facts:

• Known for its wart-like skin texture that breaks up its outline, helping it blend in perfectly.

• Uses a specialized lure (esca) to attract prey and strikes faster than the human eye can see.

• Can change color and texture over time to match coral, sponges, or macroalgae.