Black-Tailed Dottyback (Pseudochromis melanurus)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small, elongate fish with a deep purple or magenta body and a distinctive black or dark blue tail fin. The head and front body are vibrant purple, contrasting sharply with the dark terminal tail.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods including frozen mysis shrimp, frozen copepods, and high-quality frozen preparations formulated for small carnivorous fish. Occasionally offer small live food items such as brine shrimp.
Difficulty and care for the Black-Tailed Dottyback
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and extending to Indonesia and the Philippines.
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