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Neon Dottyback (Pseudochromis aldabraensis)

Neon Dottyback (Pseudochromis aldabraensis)

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The Neon Dottyback (Pseudochromis aldabraensis) is a small, brightly colored marine fish known for its vibrant orange body and distinctive neon-blue stripes. Found in the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf, it's a semi-aggressive carnivore with a preference for live, meaty foods and a healthy appetite for bristle worms. In a reef aquarium, it requires plenty of rockwork for caves and crevices, can be kept with other semi-aggressive fish, and may display territorial behavior. 
Physical Characteristics

  • Coloration:Bright orange with prominent neon-blue stripes along the dorsal fin, body, and tail, plus shorter blue stripes on the head. 
  • Size:Typically grows to about 3-4 inches in length. 
  • Shape:Small, hardy, and torpedo-shaped, common to dottybacks. 
Habitat and Behavior

  • Native Range:Indigenous to the eastern coast of Africa, the Persian Gulf, and the Arabian Sea. 
  • Aquarium Life:Needs a well-established 30-gallon or larger reef aquarium with extensive live rock to create caves and hiding spots. 
  • Temperament:Classified as semi-aggressive. They are territorial and may attack smaller fish but can be a good addition to tanks with other moderately aggressive species. 
  • Activity:Often found near rock formations, using them for quick retreats. Captive-bred specimens may be bolder and swim more in the open than wild-caught fish. 
Diet

  • Carnivorous:Primarily eats worms and other small invertebrates. 
  • Aquarium Diet:Accepts meaty aquarium foods such as frozen Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped squid, and flakes. 
  • Beneficial Role:A good choice for controlling bristle worm populations in a reef tank. 
Tank Compatibility

  • Aggression:Can be aggressive towards smaller, peaceful fish and should ideally be introduced as one of the last fish to a tank. 
  • Reef Safe:Generally considered reef-safe but should be watched with tiny, delicate invertebrates. 
  • Tank Mates:Can be housed with other larger, moderately aggressive fish. 
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