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| Family: |
Pseudochromidae
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| Species: |
Pseudochromis paccagnellae |
| Common Name: |
Bicolor Dottyback or Royal Dottyback |
| Size: |
3" (7.26 cm)
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| Habitat: |
Western Pacific, Indonesia (Java and Sulawesi) to Vanuatu; Palau in Micronesia. |
| Min Tank Size: |
30 gallon.
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| Diet: |
Carnivorous. Meaty variety, brine and mysis shrimp, chopped seafoods.
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| Behavior: |
Semi-aggressive, will defend it’s territory against larger fishes.
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| Reef safe: |
Yes, will not harm corals but will eat ornamental shrimp.
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| Water: |
pH 8.1-8.4, Temperature of 72 to 82°F (22.2 – 27.8°C), sg 1.020 - 1.025, dKH 8-12
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| Care: |
Easy, with good filtration.
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| Communities: |
Can be aggressive toward mild-mannered species or smaller fish.
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| Suitability: |
SW experience a must, hardy and good beginner fish.
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