Deep Pugnose Ponyfish
NameDeep Pugnose Ponyfish
Scientific NameSecutor insidiator
Common NamesDeep Pugnose Ponyfish, Pugnose Ponyfish, Slender Ponyfish, Twoline Ponyfish
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, East Africa, Western Pacific, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, Southeast Asia, Australia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesDamselfish, Gobies, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Wrasses (peaceful species)
Description
The Deep Pugnose Ponyfish is a small, silvery marine fish known for its deep, compressed body and distinctive upturned mouth. It often exhibits iridescent blue or green markings along its back. These schooling fish inhabit coastal waters and estuaries across the Indo-Pacific region.
