Green-Belly Cardinalfish (Zoramia viridiventer)
Fish in the family Apogonidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A small cardinalfish with a distinctive greenish-yellow belly and lower body, contrasting with darker coloration on the upper half and head. The body is slender and elongated, typical of cardinalfish, with large eyes adapted for low-light environments.
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods such as frozen mysis shrimp, frozen copepods, and finely chopped seafood. May accept small live foods. Feed small portions multiple times daily to match natural feeding behavior.
Difficulty and care for the Green-Belly Cardinalfish
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, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Great Barrier Reef to the Philippines and Indonesia.
Log Green-Belly Cardinalfish in your reef tank
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