Toothed Ponyfish
NameToothed Ponyfish
Scientific NameGazza minuta
Common NamesToothed Ponyfish, Small-toothed Ponyfish, Minute Ponyfish, Common Ponyfish
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, East Africa, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, India, Southeast Asia, Australia, Japan
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)5.5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesGobies, Blennies, Cardinalfish, Peaceful Damselfish, Other small, non-aggressive marine fish
Description
The Toothed Ponyfish is a small, schooling marine fish with a silvery, compressed body and a distinctive protractile mouth. Found in coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific, they typically inhabit sandy or muddy bottoms. These active fish are best kept in groups in a mature saltwater aquarium.
