Firetail Dottyback
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Quick Stats
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Moderate |
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive |
Color Form
Green, Red, Orange |
Diet
Carnivore |
Reef Compatible
With Caution |
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sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 |
Max. Size
4″ |
Family
Pseudochromidae |
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons |
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Description
The Firetail Dottyback is an attractive and unique fish with a stunning gradient of colors, transitioning from green near the head to vibrant red and orange along its tail. This color combination makes it a striking addition to marine aquariums. Known for its energetic and curious nature, the Firetail Dottyback is ideal for hobbyists who appreciate active and vividly colored fish.
While relatively easy to care for, it can exhibit semi-aggressive behavior, particularly towards other dottybacks or similar-sized fish. It is best kept with larger or more assertive tankmates and should ideally be the only dottyback in the aquarium to avoid territorial disputes.
As a carnivore, the Firetail Dottyback enjoys a diet of meaty foods like brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and other small, protein-rich items. Its adaptability to aquarium life makes it a versatile feeder, though it thrives on a varied diet.
In reef aquariums, caution is advised, as it may nip at smaller invertebrates. Provide plenty of hiding spaces within the tank to give it comfort and reduce stress.
