Orangefin Ponyfish
NameOrangefin Ponyfish
Scientific NameLeiognathus longispinis
Common NamesOrangefin Ponyfish, Longspine Ponyfish, Slender Ponyfish
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)74-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Peaceful Damselfish, Clownfish, Other non-aggressive community marine fish
Description
The Orangefin Ponyfish is a schooling marine fish known for its silvery, iridescent body and often yellowish or orange fins. It has a distinctive highly protrusible mouth used for sifting through sand for small invertebrates and detritus. These peaceful fish are best kept in groups in a well-established marine aquarium.
