Steene's Dottyback (Pseudochromis steenei)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
A compact, elongated fish with vibrant purple-red coloration marked by bright yellow or orange vertical stripes and spots. Males are more intensely colored than females, with a characteristic blue-tinged face.
Diet and feeding
Feed live or frozen small crustaceans including mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and small copepods. They are primarily piscivorous in the wild but will accept appropriately-sized meaty foods in captivity.
Difficulty and care for the Steene's 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 Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, from the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Triangle extending through Indonesia and the Philippines.
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