Rosy Dory
NameRosy Dory
Scientific NameCyttopsis rosea
Common NamesRosy Dory, Red Dory, Slender Dory
FamilyCyttidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-50
pH Range7.8-8.4
Description
The Rosy Dory (*Cyttopsis rosea*) is a deepwater marine fish characterized by its compressed, silvery-pink body and large eyes adapted for low light. It is a predatory species found in the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific oceans. This species is not suitable for home aquariums due to its specialized deepwater habitat requirements.
