Double-Striped Dottyback (Pseudochromis bitaeniatus)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated body with vibrant purple coloration and two distinctive pale yellow or white horizontal stripes running along the lateral line. The dorsal and anal fins are elongated and delicate.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped marine flesh. Offer multiple small feedings daily to match natural feeding behavior in the reef.
Difficulty and care for the Double-Striped 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 from the Red Sea to the Philippines and Indonesia.
Log Double-Striped Dottyback in your reef tank
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