Banggai Cardinalfish Pterapogon kauderni
Pterapogon kauderni
Origin: Indonesia (captive-bred)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 7 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 8
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (2–6+)
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; slight aggression within species group.
About
Pterapogon kauderni — the Banggai cardinalfish — is an elegant, peaceful fish with long, ornate fins bearing white spots and black stripes. It is a critically endangered endemic to a small area of Indonesia and should only be purchased as captive-bred stock. Tank-bred Banggai are now widely available. Males are mouthbrooders. This species forms long-term pairs and is one of the few marine fish that can breed successfully in home aquariums. Reef-safe with most corals.
Care Guide
ONLY purchase captive-bred specimens. Light: any. Flow: moderate. Feed: mysis, small meaty foods. Keep in pairs or groups. Mouthbrooder — breeding possible in aquaria.
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