Oblique-banded Cardinalfish
NameOblique-banded Cardinalfish
Scientific NamePristiapogon abrogramma
Common NamesOblique-banded Cardinalfish
FamilyApogonidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Blennies, Chromis, Peaceful Damselfish, Clownfish, Other peaceful cardinalfish (with caution)
Description
The Oblique-banded Cardinalfish is a small, nocturnal marine fish found in coral reefs of the Western Pacific. It features a silvery-grey body with a prominent dark, oblique band extending from the snout through the eye to the caudal peduncle. This species is a mouthbrooder, with the male typically caring for the eggs.
