This marine aquarium fish is known as
Magenta Dottyback and the correct latin name is
Pseudochromis porphyreus. It belongs to the
Dottyback family. (
e) It's origin is
Western Pacific. (
e)
Character and suggestions regarding care
A semi-aggressive species.
Magenta Dottyback can grow up to 6 cm what is approximately 2 inches. 1 specimen basically needs at least 720cm
2 of water surface which is approximately 111 square inch. It is recommended to raise this species in fish tanks that are medium. (
e) Medium aquariums have at least 113 Litres (30 US Gallons). Large aquariums have at least 265 Litres (70 US Gallons). Very large aquariums hold at least 700 Litres (185 US Gallons).
It is easy to keep the Magenta Dottyback fish. (
e) The specific gravity (SG) should be between 1,020 and 1,025, the temperature between 23°C (73.4°F) and 26°C (78.8°F). The suggested level of pH (a measure of the acidity/basicity) is between 8.0 and 8.3 which is usual for most marine fish.
A carnivore; Feed them a variety of meat based food.
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Document modified on Fri Dec 21 11:16:39 UTC 2007
Document created on Fri Dec 21 11:16:39 UTC 2007
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