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The dottybacks are a family, Pseudochromidae, of fishes which were formerly classified in the order Perciformes, but this has been revised and the family is regarded as of uncertain affinities, or incertae sedis within the Ovalentaria, a clade within the Percomorpha. Around 152 species belong to this family.
Don't let the dottyback's vibrant appearance fool you; it's a big bully! Be sure to choose your dottybacks carefully.
Dottybacks are a genus of small, brightly colored saltwater fishes. These fish may be small, but they can be aggressive and will fiercely defend their cave or crevice home. Dottybacks are hermaphrodite fish and employ various reproductive strategies.
This article covers all the important information when it comes to Orchid Dottyback care. We’ll discuss their ideal environment, compatibility, diet, and much more…
This behavior has earned Dottybacks the nickname “deceivers of the deep.”. They are masters of disguise, with colors and patterns that blend seamlessly into their coral reef homes. Their incomplete lateral line makes them incredibly sensitive to vibrations, helping them detect predators and prey.
Pseudochromis fuscus is a species of saltwater fish in the dottyback family. Dottybacks are generally very bright in color and relatively small, factors which have made them popular among aquarium enthusiasts. Besides their coloration and size, they are probably best known for their aggressive temperament. [1]
‘Dottyback’ is the common name for the family Pseudochromidae, brightly colored reef fish from the Indo-Pacific. The neon dottyback specifically is naturally found in the western Indian Ocean around the Arabian peninsula and all the way down the Indian coast to Sri Lanka.
Dottyback Fish Care: Species Profiles, Feeding, and Temperament. Purple saltwater fish like magenta dottyback fish have a way of catching your attention. Even against the clashing colors of a coral reef, dottybacks stand out.
Meet the appropriately named splendid dottyback, a rather territorial but extremely beautiful fish species for the saltwater reef. Keep reading for everything you need to know about splendid dottyback care and keeping this fish in your home aquarium! Splendid dottyback (Manonichthys splendens) description.
Splendid Dottyback native habitat, distribution, behavior & aquarium compatibility. The Splendid Dottyback (Pseudochromis splendens) is found throughout the Western Indo-Pacific to Australia, where it lives in shallow reefs, reef slopes and outer reef areas.