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Revision as of 00:37, 16 June 2020

Garibaldi

Garibaldi.jpg
Garibaldi

Hypsypops rubicundus

454 Litres (120 US G.)

25-35 cm (9.8-13.8")

pH

8.1 - 8.4

15.6-22.2°C (60 -72 °F)

8-12 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

12-25 years

Family

Pomacentridae





Additional names

Garibaldi, Garibaldi Damselfish

Additional scientific names

Glyphisodon rubicundus, Hypsypops rubicunda


Origin

Cool waters of California, and Mexico.


Sexing

Males are larger, with a hump on the head.


Tank compatibility

Can eat small fish


Diet

Accommodate a vegetable, and meat diet.


Feeding regime

Daily


Environment specifics

Reef tank


Behaviour

Territorial.


Identification

A large and striking fish, the most clear feature being it's colour. The Garibaldi is vivid tangerine orange all over. It's quite a chunky fish in appearance and square in shape.

Pictures

External links