Simple-Spined Dragonet (Callionymus simplicicornis)
Fish in the family Callionymidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated, slender fish; blue-green upper body, yellowish lower body; distinct black bars on sides; prominent dorsal spine and pelvic fins; single white bar near tail.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans, marine algae, polychaete worms
Difficulty and care for the Simple-Spined Dragonet
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 Head Disease, Velvet
Origin and habitat
Callionymus simplicicornis is natively found in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly along the coastlines of Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia, with a depth range from shallow reefs to 120 meters.
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