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About Pajama Cardinalfish
A small, elongated cardinalfish with two distinct body regions: the anterior half is bright orange-red, while the posterior half is white with bold vertical dark stripes, giving it a distinctive "pajama" pattern.
Key facts
- Care Level
- Beginner
- Care Requirements
- • 30-gallon minimum aquarium • Water temperature 72-78°F; pH 8.1-8.3; stable salinity 1.020-1.025 • Nocturnal species; provide dim lighting and plenty of hiding spots • Feed small meaty foods: mysis shrimp, copepods, small frozen foods • Peaceful; keep in pairs or small groups to reduce stress
- Difficulty Level
- Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
- Feeding Schedule
- 1-2 times daily
- Family
- Apogonidae
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Reef safety
- Reef Safe
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Appearance
- A small, elongated cardinalfish with two distinct body regions: the anterior half is bright orange-red, while the posterior half is white with bold vertical dark stripes, giving it a distinctive "pajama" pattern.
- Diet
- carnivore
- Common Health Issues
- Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Hole-in-the-Head disease, Bacterial Infections
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