Pseudalutarius nasicornis

Identification	Elongated body with a tubular snout and a pronounced rostral horn. Brown to tan body with irregular darker patches and markings. Very different body shape from most filefish.
Maximum Length	Up to 6 inches (15 cm)
Origin	Indo-Pacific — Japan to Australia
Minimum Tank Size	55 gallons
Reef Compatible	With caution

Behavior

An unusual, elongated filefish with a distinctive horn-like protuberance above the snout. Swims in a slow, hovering manner. Often mimics drifting algae or debris with its body orientation. An interesting oddity for the experienced hobbyist.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivore with omnivorous tendencies. Feeds on small invertebrates, tunicates, and algae. Offer varied diet of frozen mysis, brine shrimp, and algae.

Cautions

May be slow to accept prepared foods. Patient acclimation with live foods may be required.