Oblong Ponyfish
NameOblong Ponyfish
Scientific NameEquulites oblongus
Common NamesOblong Ponyfish, Elongate Ponyfish, Slender Ponyfish
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, India, Southeast Asia, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Small damselfish, Other peaceful schooling marine fish
Description
The Oblong Ponyfish is a small, silvery marine fish with a compressed, oblong body and a distinctive highly protrusible mouth. This schooling species inhabits coastal waters and estuaries across the Indo-West Pacific, feeding primarily on small invertebrates and detritus. While not commonly kept in home aquariums, they require a well-established marine setup with plenty of swimming space.
