Quick Stats
Easy |
Temperament
Peaceful |
Color Form
Yellow and blue with a distinct black band on the tail and purple around the eyes |
Diet
Carnivore |
Reef Compatible
Yes |
sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78°F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4 |
Max. Size
2-3 inches |
Family
Apogonidae |
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons |
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Description
The Purple Eye Ring Tail Cardinal is a small, peaceful fish with striking yellow and blue coloration, highlighted by a purple ring around the eyes and a distinctive black band on the tail. This reef-compatible fish is a great choice for community aquariums with other peaceful species. As a carnivore, it thrives on a diet of meaty foods like mysis and brine shrimp. Due to its small size, it can be kept in smaller tanks but appreciates having plenty of hiding places. It’s an ideal choice for beginner aquarists looking to add some color and interest to a reef setup.