Jones' Pony Fish
NameJones' Pony Fish
Scientific NameLeiognathus jonesi
Common NamesJones' Ponyfish, Jones' Slimy, Jones' Slipmouth
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Indian Ocean, Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)4.7
Water TypeBrackish/Saltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful brackish fish, Small gobies, Mollies (in brackish setups), Other small, non-aggressive marine fish
Description
Jones' Pony Fish (*Leiognathus jonesi*) is a small, silvery fish found in the coastal and estuarine waters of the Indo-West Pacific. It is characterized by a distinctive yellow stripe along its lateral line and a prominent yellow spot near the pectoral fin base. This species primarily feeds on benthic invertebrates and detritus.
