Springer's Dottyback
Pseudochromis springeri
Origin: Red Sea
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 75 L
- Lifespan
- 5-7
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Pugnacious toward small or similarly shaped fish; best kept singly. Reef-safe and ignores invertebrates.
About
Pseudochromis springeri is one of the most graphically striking dottybacks: a jet-black body bisected by a brilliant electric-blue stripe running from eye to tail. Endemic to the Red Sea and now reliably captive-bred, it is hardier and less wild-caught-stressed than many dottyback species. Its assertive personality means it will defend territory aggressively against similar-sized or smaller fish, but it ignores corals and invertebrates completely.
Care Guide
House singly unless keeping a proven pair. Provide plenty of rockwork caves and overhangs for territorial refuge. Feed meaty foods: mysis, copepods, finely chopped shrimp, and quality frozen blends twice daily. Will harass timid or similar-shaped fish; add last to established tanks. Captive-bred specimens adapt to aquarium foods quickly.
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