Orchid Dottyback (Pseudochromis fridmani)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Brilliant magenta-purple body with a vibrant orange-red dorsal fin and accents on the pectoral and anal fins. Elongated, streamlined body shape with a pointed head and small mouth typical of dottybacks.
Diet and feeding
Feed a varied carnivorous diet of high-quality frozen or live foods including mysis shrimp, copepods, amphipods, and small prepared meaty foods. Supplementation with vitamin-enriched foods supports color and health.
Difficulty and care for the Orchid 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 from the Red Sea to Indonesia and the Philippine Islands.
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