General information Red Saddle Clownfish is a dark red/orange coloration, though juveniles normally have some white lines on their heads as well. As these fish mature, they will lose the white bars and will develop the dark posterior or saddle on both sides of its body. This member of the Pomacentridae family is an excellent…
General information The Purple Firefish, also known as the Decorated Firefish, is a small saltwater fish that is popular among aquarium enthusiasts. They grow up to 3 inches (8 cm) in length and are known for their striking purple and yellow coloration. The Purple Firefish is a peaceful species that does well in groups of…
General information At first glance, it is almost indistinguishable from the commonly available Royal Dottyback (Pictichromis paccagnellae). However, upon closer examination, you can see distinguishing features unique to the Blue Eye Royal Dottyback. Beginning with the namesake feature, the eye of this newly described species is a beautiful blue compared to the purplish eye of…
General information The Decorated Rabbitfish usually travels in pairs among the reefs of the Indo-West Pacific. It has an oblong shape to its body and has a beautiful series of yellow markings with a yellow back and tail. The eyes of this fish are masked by a black stripe that extends from the bottom of…
Cautions Gobies are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Gobie from jumping out of your aquarium. Gobies have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy.
General information The Saddle Valentini Puffer is a member of the Canthigaster genus. The Saddle Valentini Puffer is a bright and colorful fish with dark brown bands across the midsection, brownish-orange spotting on the lower half, yellow fins, and blue striping running along the back. It lacks pelvic fins but has learned to use the…
General information The Bamboo Shark has barbels at the mouth look like cat whiskers and has a brown-colored body with broad tan stripes and spots. The Bamboo Shark is a bottom dwelling shark that is common in the home aquarium. It will eat any crustacean in the aquarium. It stays relatively small but requires a…
General information The Scopas Tang is yellow dorsally, and brown, ventrally. These colors gradually get darker from front to back. The body is covered with fine, intricate, light blue markings. The tail is a solid brown color. Juveniles are a little more attractive, with larger dorsal and anal fins and a slightly purplish body color….
