Rhomboid Ponyfish
NameRhomboid Ponyfish
Scientific NameLeiognathus rhomboides
Common NamesRhomboid Ponyfish, Diamond-shaped Ponyfish
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesCardinalfish, Gobies, Blennies, Non-aggressive Damselfish
Description
The Rhomboid Ponyfish is a small, silvery marine fish with a highly compressed, rhomboid-shaped body. It is known for its protractile mouth and iridescent scales, inhabiting coastal waters and estuaries across the Indo-West Pacific.
