Become a credit card member today!Dilectus Dottyback (Pseudochromis dilectus)
Description
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The Dilectus Dottyback sports the prettiest shades of orange, purple and red. This Dottyback is very territorial towards other fish and invertebrates, even when their size is greater than the Dottyback's. Due to this aggression, it is recommended that the Dilectus Dottyback be housed singly. They prefer an environment that has a great deal of live rock to hide in, however, the live rock can bring out their aggression because they become territorial of their hidden dwelling. Providing a well varied diet of meaty foods will enhance the health of the Dottyback, while also deterring them from eating the cleaner shrimp. They are known to help control bristleworm populations in aquariums, which is very beneficial. This Dottyback has an adult size of only 3", which makes them ideal for smaller aquariums. They are found in the Western Indian Ocean within the rocks of reefs.
- - Add to an aquarium with ample rockwork
- - Reef safe
- - Beginner hobbyist
- - Housed singly
- - Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- - Approximate selling size: medium 2"-3"
Specifications
| SKU | 3907353 |
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| Primary Brand | Petco Marine Fish |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
Live Animal
| Water Parameters-SG Max | 1.025 |
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| Max water Temp | 78 F |
| Water Parameters-DKH Min | 8 |
| Pet Max Length | 3 IN |
| Special Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Parameters-PH Min | 8.1 |
| Temperament | Semi-Aggressive |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pet Min Length | 2 IN |
| Water Parameters-SG Min | 1.02 |
| Water Parameters-DKH Max | 12 |
| Water Parameters-PH Max | 8.4 |
| Scientific Name | Pseudochromis dilectus |
| Min Water Temp | 72 F |
| Environment | Marine |
| Native To | Indo-Pacific |
Additional Features
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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| Size | Large |
Item Dimensions
| Length | 2 IN |
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ACCLIMATION: Avoid exposing new aquatic life to bright lights after opening the box. Turn off aquarium lights prior to floating aquatic life. Allow the sealed bag with your new fish to float in your aquarium for at least 15 minutes (but no longer than one hour) to ensure the water in the bag matches the temperature in your aquarium. A bacteria booster addition can assist with the addition of new aquatic life. Petco offers free water testing in store to determine if your water is safe for the addition of new aquatic life. DIET: A well-balanced diet consists of a variety of flakes, pellets, freeze-dried and frozen foods, depending on the species. FEEDING: Feed sparingly and no more than fish can eat in 1-2 minutes. Overfeeding can quickly foul the water, especially in smaller aquariums.