Splendid Dottyback (Manonichthys splendens) Captive Bred

Splendid Dottyback (Manonichthys splendens) Captive Bred

Level of care
Easy
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color
Blue, pink, white, yellow
Diet
Carnivorous
Reef friendly
Yes
Water conditions
22-25°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.021-1.025
Maximum size
7.6 cm
Family
Pseudochromidae
Minimum tank size
117 liters

The captive-bred Splendid Dottyback, also known as the Splendid Pseudochromis, has a blue body with white to light yellow spots. It also has a yellow tail and a yellow marking between its eyes. Native to Indonesia, this species can be territorial in small aquariums; cohabitation with larger tankmates is ideal.

An aquarium of 125 liters or more provides a good environment for it. It is not intimidated by other fish and defends its territory, even against fish two to three times its size. It feeds on small ornamental shrimp.

Captive-bred Splendid Dottybacks should be fed a varied diet, including foods specifically designed for carnivores. In a reef aquarium, they should be fed once a day.

Approximate size at purchase: Small: 1/2" to 1 1/2"; Medium: 1 1/2" to 2"; Large: 2" to 3"