Picturesque Dragonet
NamePicturesque Dragonet
Scientific NameSynchiropus splendidus
Common NamesMandarinfish, Mandarin Dragonet, Green Mandarinfish, Striped Mandarinfish, Psychedelic Mandarinfish
FamilyCallionymidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Philippines, Indonesia, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Gobies (non-competing), Blennies, Firefish, Royal Grammas, Pajama Cardinalfish
Description
The Picturesque Dragonet, also known as the Mandarinfish, is a small, vibrantly colored marine fish renowned for its intricate patterns of orange, blue, and green. It is a bottom-dweller that primarily grazes on live copepods and other small invertebrates, making it a challenging species to keep in captivity due to its specialized diet.
