Sun Dottyback (Pseudochromis matahari)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Pseudochromis matahari is a brilliantly colored small fish with a vibrant orange-yellow body and distinctive blue or purple markings on the head and dorsal fin. The body is elongated and slightly compressed, with the characteristic dottyback shape.
Diet and feeding
Feed small frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and finely chopped preparations. High-quality carnivorous preparations designed for small reef fish work well. Feed multiple small portions daily to accommodate their high metabolism.
Difficulty and care for the Sun 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 septicaemia, Hole-in-the-head disease.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, primarily Indonesia and the Coral Triangle region.
Log Sun Dottyback in your reef tank
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