Jebb's Siphonfish
NameJebb's Siphonfish
Scientific NameSiphamia jebbi
Common NamesJebb's Siphonfish, Jebb's Cardinalfish
FamilyApogonidae
OriginWestern Pacific, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Philippines
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)2.8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful cardinalfish, Gobies, Blennies, Clownfish, Small wrasses, Non-aggressive damselfish
Description
Jebb's Siphonfish is a small, peaceful cardinalfish often found associated with specific corals or invertebrates in its natural habitat. It features a reddish-brown body with subtle stripes and large eyes, indicative of its nocturnal or crepuscular nature. These schooling fish thrive in groups within a mature saltwater aquarium.
