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About Flamefish
Apogon maculatus is a small, stocky cardinalfish with a deep red to crimson body coloration and white spots or blotches distributed across the head and body. The large eye and pointed snout are characteristic of the genus, and the fish has two dorsal fins with the first being spined.
Key facts
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.026
- Family
- Apogonidae
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Diet
- carnivore
- Diet Details
- Carnivorous; feeds on small live or frozen foods including mysis shrimp, copepods, and small crustaceans. Accept frozen preparations well in captivity once acclimated.
- Origin
- Western Atlantic, from Bermuda and Florida through the Caribbean to Brazil.
- Max Size
- 4
- Feeding Schedule
- 1-2 times daily
- Care Level
- Easy
- Common Health Issues
- Ich, parasitic infections, poor feeding response if stressed
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 30 gallon tank • Prefers dim lighting and plenty of hiding places (rockwork, caves) • Temperature range: 72–78°F • pH: 8.1–8.3 • Salinity: 1.020–1.026 SG • Nocturnal; feed small amounts of frozen mysis shrimp or copepods 1–2 times daily, preferably in the evening when the fish is most active
- Difficulty Level
- The Flamefish is a hardy and beginner-friendly species that adapts well to captive conditions. Its small size, peaceful nature, and modest care requirements make it suitable for established reef and community tanks.
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