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  • Neon Dottyback
    Pseudochromis aldabraensis

    Neon Dottyback

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    An orange-colored Dottyback with a blue stripe that runs along the dorsal body, fins, and dorsal caudal fin. Two additional short blue stripes appear on the head.

    Natural Ecology:
    Pseudochromis aldabraensis is a carnivore of worms and other small invertebrates. This species is highly territorial towards conspecifics.

    Indigenous To:
    Eastern coast of Africa, southwards to South Africa.

    Behavior:Often seen near an area where a quick retreat into rocks is possible.

    Compatibility:
    Usually ignores corals and most invertebrates. They may attack tiny shrimps but are useful to curb the proliferation of bristle worms.

    Food:
    Proaquatix specimens have been weaned to take aquarium pellets and flakes. Freshly frozen invertebrates such as ocean plankton, Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and chopped squid will be readily accepted.


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