Spotted-gill Cardinalfish
NameSpotted-gill Cardinalfish
Scientific NameOstorhinchus parvulus
Common NamesSpotted-gill Cardinalfish, Dwarf Cardinalfish
FamilyApogonidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Great Barrier Reef
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful cardinalfish, Gobies, Blennies, Small wrasses, Clownfish, Damsels (peaceful species), Cleaner shrimp, Snails, Corals
Description
The Spotted-gill Cardinalfish is a small, peaceful saltwater fish native to the Western Pacific. It typically exhibits a pale body with a dark stripe through the eye and often features orange spots on its gill plate, as seen in the image. These nocturnal fish are known for their mouthbrooding behavior and thrive in reef environments with plenty of hiding spots.
