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FishsaltwaterReef-safeEasy
Orchid Dottyback
Pseudochromis fridmani
Bright orchid-purple dottyback. Captive-bred specimens are mellow compared to wild-caught.
Min Tank30 gal
Temp72-80F
pH8.1-8.4
Tank Mates
- Clownfish
- Firefish
- Cardinals
Feeding Tips
Marine pellets, mysis, brine shrimp.
Care Level
Beginner: pick captive-bred
Beginner Tip
Buy captive-bred: wild dottybacks are notoriously aggressive.
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