Wilson's Dottyback (Pseudochromis wilsoni)
Fish in the family Plesiopidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Wilson's Dottyback is a small, compact fish with a vivid orange-red body and bright yellow or yellow-orange dorsal and anal fins. The body is elongated and slightly compressed, with a pointed snout and dark markings or mottling on the head and anterior body.
Diet and feeding
Feed high-quality carnivorous foods including frozen mysis shrimp, frozen copepods, and small meaty preparations. Supplement with vitamin-enriched formulations. Feed 1-2 times daily in small portions.
Difficulty and care for the Wilson'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 Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific, from the Philippines and Indonesia to Palau and the Great Barrier Reef region.
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