Red Dottyback (Labracinus cyclophthalmus)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Red Dottyback is a deep magenta to purple-red fish with a slender, elongated body. It has a distinctive bilobed dorsal fin and is known for its vibrant red coloration, especially when healthy and fed a varied diet.
Diet and feeding
Red Dottybacks are carnivorous and should be fed a varied diet of high-quality meaty foods including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood. They will also accept quality pellet foods designed for carnivorous marine fish.
Difficulty and care for the Red 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, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to the Philippines and Indonesia.
Log Red Dottyback in your reef tank
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