Twoblotch Ponyfish
NameTwoblotch Ponyfish
Scientific NameEquulites bindus
Common NamesTwoblotch Ponyfish, Orangefin Ponyfish, Bindus Ponyfish, Common Ponyfish
FamilyLeiognathidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Philippines, Southern Japan, Northern Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)6.3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-84
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful, non-aggressive marine species of similar size
Description
The Twoblotch Ponyfish is a small, silvery marine fish characterized by its deep, compressed body and two distinct dark blotches on its upper flank. These schooling fish inhabit coastal waters and estuaries across the Indo-West Pacific, feeding primarily on small benthic invertebrates. They are rarely kept in home aquariums due to their specialized care requirements.
