Starry dragonet
Synchiropus stellatus
Família : Callionymidae
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Small bottom-dwelling fish with star-like patterns on the body.
Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Descrição
The starry dragonet has an elongated body and broad pectoral fins. Its coloration is variable, often with white or blue spots. Males have a tall dorsal fin. It moves by hopping on the sand. It feeds on small invertebrates. Peaceful and discreet species. Can be kept in groups if space is sufficient.
Habitat
Região :
Sandy bottoms and reefs
Distribuição :
Parâmetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH8–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cuidados
Dificuldade
3/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Aquário mín.
60 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
6 cm
Esperança de vida
3 anos
Temperamento
Peaceful
Propagação
Notas de cuidados
Aquarium at least 60 liters, reef with fine sand. Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Diet: small live or frozen crustaceans. Needs varied diet. Compatible with peaceful fish. Avoid aggressive fish. Moderate care. Good water quality required.