Sankey's Dottyback (Pseudochromis sankeyi)
Pseudochromis sankeyi
Origin: Gulf of Aden, Red Sea
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 5-7
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive; territorial with conspecifics and similar-shaped species; preys on flatworms and small bristleworms.
About
Sankey's Dottyback (Pseudochromis sankeyi) features a stark white body with broad black horizontal stripes creating a dramatic banded pattern. Originating from the Gulf of Aden and Red Sea, it is an effective micro-predator that consumes flatworms and small bristleworms — a useful functional addition to the reef clean-up team alongside its visual appeal. A relatively uncommon offering in Belgian reef shops.
Care Guide
Provide live rock with caves and crevices for shelter and territory. Feed mysis shrimp, chopped seafoods, and quality frozen carnivore preparations. Semi-aggressive towards conspecifics and similarly shaped fish; keep one per tank. Reef-safe with corals. Performs best in established aquariums where its natural predatory behaviour on pest invertebrates can be utilised.
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