Blacktip Cardinalfish
NameBlacktip Cardinalfish
Scientific NameApogon nigripinnis
Common NamesBlacktip Cardinalfish, Blackfin Cardinalfish
FamilyApogonidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa to Samoa
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)3.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Blennies, Clownfish, Damsels (peaceful species), Other peaceful cardinalfish, Dwarf Angelfish
Description
The Blacktip Cardinalfish is a small, peaceful schooling fish characterized by its reddish-orange body and distinct black tips on its fins. They are nocturnal in the wild but adapt well to aquarium life, preferring to hide during the day and becoming more active at dusk. This species thrives in a well-established reef or fish-only aquarium with ample hiding places.
