Aquaria
Weed Cardinalfish

Weed Cardinalfish

NameWeed Cardinalfish
Scientific NameSiphamia tubulata
Common NamesWeed Cardinalfish, Tubed Cardinalfish
FamilyApogonidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful gobies, Blennies, Clownfish, Small wrasses, Shrimp, Other peaceful nano reef inhabitants

Description

The Weed Cardinalfish is a small, cryptic marine fish known for its excellent camouflage among seagrasses and algae. It exhibits a mottled brown and green coloration, allowing it to blend seamlessly into its natural habitat. Like other cardinalfish, it is a mouthbrooder, with the male typically caring for the eggs.

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