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  2. The Dottyback: Choose Carefully! - Tropical Fish Hobbyist

    • Learn about the origin, behavior, and care of dottybacks, a group of small and colorful fishes from the Indo-Pacific Ocean. Find out which species are suitable for reef or fish-only aquariums and which ones ar… See more

    Origin of Dottybacks

    Dottybacks mostly come from the Indo-Pacific Ocean, Red Sea, and Western Pacific. They belong in the order Perciformes, suborder Percoidei, and the family Pseu… See more

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    Aggressive Introverts

    The subfamily Pseudochrominae contains the most species- (about 60), and … See more

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    Marine Chameleons

    One of the most controversial species in this family that shows up in the trade is Congrogadus subducens. It belongs to the subfamily Congrogadinae and is usually called the c… See more

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    Ostensibly Civil

    So what are some mild-mannered dottyback species that can be added to mixed environments in fish-only and reef aquariums? That is actually a difficult question to … See more

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  1. Dottyback: Fish Species Profile - The Spruce Pets

    Mar 21, 2022 · Learn about dottyback, a genus of small, brightly colored saltwater fishes native to Indo-Pacific coral reefs. Find out their …

    • Family: Pseudochromidae
    • Social: Moderately aggressive
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  3. Discover the Vibrant World of Dottybacks - LiveAquaria

  4. The Complete Orchid Dottyback Care Guide

    Jul 20, 2021 · Learn how to care for Orchid Dottybacks, a purple marine fish with a semi-aggressive temperament. Find out their habitat, diet, compatibility, and more in this comprehensive guide.

  5. Dottyback Fish Breed Information and Pictures

    Jan 21, 2014 · Dottybacks are a family of small saltwater fish made up of over 100 distinct species. The Dottyback is hardy, intelligent and vibrantly colored, making it popular choices amongst most aquarists. Most species are …

  6. Orchid Dottyback Care Guide - Saltwater Aquarium Blog

    Oct 29, 2020 · Learn how to care for the Orchid Dottyback, a brilliantly colored and popular saltwater aquarium fish. Find out its size, compatibility, diet, reproduction, and more.

  7. Neon Dottyback | Pseudochromis aldabraensis Care

    Feb 10, 2022 · ‘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 …

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  9. Neon Dottyback: A Guide to Tank Mates, Aggression, …

    Jun 19, 2023 · If you’re considering adding a neon dottyback to your fish tank, it’s essential to understand its size, tank mates, aggression levels, tank size requirements, reef compatibility, and proper care. In this article, we will …