Yellow Multibanded Pipefish EXPERT ONLY (Doryrhamphus pessuliferus)
Fish in the family Syngnathidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Slender, elongated body with a tubular snout characteristic of pipefish. Yellow coloration with multiple dark brown or black bands running vertically across the body, creating a striking striped pattern.
Diet and feeding
Feed small live foods including copepods, amphipods, and mysis shrimp. Frozen foods may be accepted after acclimation. Frequent small feedings (3-4 times daily) are necessary due to their small mouth and slow feeding rate.
Difficulty and care for the Yellow Multibanded Pipefish EXPERT ONLY
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from Indonesia to the Philippines and Palau, typically found in coral reef environments at depths of 5-40 meters.
Log Yellow Multibanded Pipefish EXPERT ONLY in your reef tank
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