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About Gold-Lined Dottyback
A striking small dottyback with a deep purple body and bold gold or yellow vertical stripes running the length of the fish. The fins are edged in yellow, creating a vibrant, eye-catching appearance.
Key facts
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe with Caution
- Temperament
- Semi Aggressive
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Family
- Plesiopidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Appearance
- A striking small dottyback with a deep purple body and bold gold or yellow vertical stripes running the length of the fish. The fins are edged in yellow, creating a vibrant, eye-catching appearance.
- Feeding Schedule
- 2-3 times daily
- Care Requirements
- • Minimum 30-gallon aquarium; prefer 40+ gallons for territorial behavior • Stable water: 72-78°F, pH 8.1-8.3, SG 1.020-1.025 • Strong lighting and live rock with plenty of hiding crevices and caves • Feed varied diet: small crustaceans, prepared meaty foods 2-3x daily • Avoid pairing with other dottybacks or aggressive fish; can nip polyps
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific, including the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding regions from Indonesia to the Philippines.
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole in the Head Disease, Velvet
- Max Size
- 3.5
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
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