Mono Sebae (Monodactylus sebae)
Fish in the family Monodactylidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A silvery disc-shaped fish with a laterally compressed body and yellow-gold coloration on the dorsal and anal fins. The body is bright silver with distinctive dark vertical bands, and the face often shows yellow markings around the eye and mouth.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied diet of high-quality flake food, pellets, and frozen foods including brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and vegetable matter. They accept most prepared aquarium foods and benefit from regular feeding of quality omnivore formulations.
Difficulty and care for the Mono Sebae
Moderate - Can adapt to brackish or marine conditions. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin rot, Swim bladder disorder, Bacterial infections, Parasitic infestations
Origin and habitat
West Africa from Senegal to Angola, including the Congo River estuary and coastal regions.
Keeper notes
Brackish to marine species. Can adapt to various salinities. Common in brackish and marine setups. Will eat small fish.
Log Mono Sebae in your reef tank
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