Longspine Cardinalfish (Apogon doryssa)
Fish in the family Apogonidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Apogon doryssa is a small, slender cardinalfish with a reddish or orange-red coloration overall. The fish has a characteristic elongated snout and relatively large eyes typical of nocturnal cardinalfishes. The dorsal spine is notably long and prominent, giving the species its common name "Longspine."
Diet and feeding
Feed small meaty foods such as finely chopped frozen shrimp, mysis shrimp, and small fish larvae. This species requires live or frozen foods and will not typically accept dry pellets. Feed 1-2 times daily, offering only what can be consumed in a few minutes.
Difficulty and care for the Longspine Cardinalfish
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Ich, marine velvet, bacterial infections if stressed by poor water quality
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including areas from Indonesia to the Philippines and surrounding coral reef habitats.
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