Apogon pseudomaculatus
| Identification | Pinkish, red fish with small black spots below the dorsal and anal fins. |
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| Maximum Length | 4.1″ |
| Origin | Tropical Eastern Atlantic |
| Minimum Tank Size | 20 Gallon |
| Reef Compatibility | May eat delicate ornamental shrimp or smaller fish. |
Behavior
Great fish for hobbyists at all levels. It will spend most of the time peering from holes and crevices, especially in well illuminated tanks. Will stake out a territory and chase out other cardinal fish that intrude.
Diet & Feeding
Meaty foods, including marine fishes, crustacean flesh, mysis shrimp and frozen preparations.
Cautions
May eat small fish that would fit in its’ mouth.