• Has a long snout with mouth at the end
• Body is oval and laterally compressed
• The front end of the body is white with two large black areas running up the snout and around the eyes, as well as under the gillcover like a black beard
• The back end of the fish is yellow, with a dark spot on the back
• Reaches 10 inches in the wild, 7.5 inches is a lot more common in captivity

The foxfaced fish is very passive and peaceful.  They are seldom aggressive towards other fish.  Yet, when they are frightened the anal and dorsal spines erect.  They possess a toxin that is more painful than any common Lionfish.  However, it is not deadly. 
They are an important food-fish in many countries.  There are around 13 species of the foxfaced fish, with 4 being common in the aquarium trade. 

At night, and when sacred, they take on a giraffe-pattern to their body.  Dark blotches appear, and they are able to blend into the darkness very easily, with the exception of the front of their head. 

The Foxfaced fish is a glorious creature to study.  Unfortunately, the Fort Worth Zoo has taken the Aquarium out of the exhibit.  Please write a letter to the Fort Worth City Council in support of bringing the Aquarium back to the Fort Worth Zoo.
 

I was able to observe the foxfaced fish in my friend's tank.  They pretty much are like any other fish, mind their own business and keep to themselves.  Yet, they are amazing to watch.

• Flying Fish Express
• Foxface Fish at Aquaria Central
• Global Dialog