Fire Dartfish (Nemateleotris magnifica)
Fish in the family Microdesmidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Fire Dartfish has a slender body with vibrant red-orange coloration on the anterior half and white-cream coloration on the posterior half. It features elongated dorsal fin rays that are distinctly separated from the soft dorsal fin, and is named for its characteristic darting behavior along the substrate.
Diet and feeding
In captivity, feed small meaty foods such as copepods, amphipods, mysis shrimp, and high-quality frozen plankton multiple times daily. They require frequent feeding to meet their high metabolism; live foods and sinking preparations are preferred as they feed near or on the substrate.
Difficulty and care for the Fire Dartfish
Beginner
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorders, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from Indonesia to the Philippines, typically found in coral reef environments at depths of 20–100 meters.
Log Fire Dartfish in your reef tank
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