Sphaeramia nematoptera
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| Pyjama Cardinalfish | |
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| Pyjama Cardinalfish | |
| Species | Sphaeramia nematoptera |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Min. Tank Size | 75.708 liters 75,708.236 mL 20 US Gallons (75.7L) |
| Size | 7.62 cm
2.5-3 " (6.4-7.6cm) |
| pH | 8.1 - 8.4 |
| Temp. | 295.372 K 22.222 °C 531.67 °R 298.706 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-12 |
| Stocking Ratio | 2:3 M:F |
| Availability | Common |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
2-5 years |
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[edit] Alternative names
- Pyjama Cardinalfish, Spotted Cardinalfish, Polka-Dot Cardinalfish
[edit] Sexing
- Males will have longer finnage and a slightly more angular head.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Do not keep with other Cardinalfish, can be kept in groups of Pyjama Cardinalfish to avoid aggression.
[edit] Diet
- Prefers meaty foods.
[edit] Feeding regime
- How often to feed, etc.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Needs an SG of 1.020-1.025. Hiding places are essential.
[edit] Behaviour
- A fairly peaceful fish, not overly active.
[edit] Identification
- Similar to the Bangai Cardinalfish in shape, this fish has a silver base colour, with a yellow face, dorsal, pelvic and pectoral fins, there's a thick black stripe running vertically down the centre of their flanks and into the base of the dorsal fin. On the hind part of this stripe the fish is spotted with orange, and they have rich red/orange eyes.
[edit] Pictures
 Pyjama Cardinalfish |
 Pyjama Cardinalfish |
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