Where to buy Banda Cardinalfish
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About Banda Cardinalfish
A small, slender cardinalfish with a deep red to reddish-orange body and distinctive black vertical bands across the head and gill covers. The body tapers toward a forked tail.
Key facts
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific, specifically the Banda Sea region of Indonesia.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
- Max Size
- 3.5
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Appearance
- A small, slender cardinalfish with a deep red to reddish-orange body and distinctive black vertical bands across the head and gill covers. The body tapers toward a forked tail.
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Family
- Apogonidae
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Diet Details
- Feed small carnivorous foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood. In established reef systems, may forage on small crustaceans and zooplankton.
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Diet
- carnivore
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