Red Sea Dragonet
NameRed Sea Dragonet
Scientific NameCallionymus erythraeus
Common NamesRed Sea Dragonet, Erythraean Dragonet
FamilyCallionymidae
OriginRed Sea, Gulf of Aden, Western Indian Ocean
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesClownfish, Gobies, Blennies, Peaceful Wrasses, Damsels (peaceful species)
Description
The Red Sea Dragonet is a small, bottom-dwelling marine fish native to the Red Sea and Western Indian Ocean. Known for its sand-sifting behavior and diet of small benthic invertebrates, it requires a mature aquarium with a thriving copepod population. Males can be territorial towards other males, but they are generally peaceful towards other species.
