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FishsaltwaterReef-safeHard
Mandarin Dragonet
Synchiropus splendidus
Psychedelically patterned dragonet, one of the most colorful saltwater fish. Notoriously hard to feed.
Min Tank30 gal
Temp72-80F
pH8.1-8.4
Tank Mates
- Clownfish
- Cardinals
- peaceful reef fish
Feeding Tips
Wild specimens eat only live copepods. Train onto frozen foods slowly, many starve.
Care Level
Expert only: copepod population required
Beginner Tip
Only add to a tank that is 6+ months old with plenty of live rock and a thriving copepod population.
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