Orange Striped Cardinalfish
Apogon cyanosoma
Saltwater Fish
Species Group: Cardinalfish
Family: Apogonidae
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Water parameters
Temp
76-80 F
Temperature
Maintaining a stable and appropriate temperature is critical for the survival of aquatic life.
pH 7.8 - 8.4 potential of HydrogenMeasuring the acidity or alkalinity of water on a 0–14 scale, where 7 is neutral, 7 is alkaline.
NO3 1-20 ppm NitrateWhile less toxic than ammonia, high nitrate levels (above 40–80 ppm) are important to monitor because they can cause fish stress, stunted growth, and harmful algae blooms.
NO2 <0.0001 ppm NitriteIt is a highly toxic, intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle produced from broken-down ammonia
PO4 0.01 - 0.1 ppm PhosphateIt is essential for plant development but must be managed, as excess levels trigger nuisance algae blooms and inhibit coral calcification.
NH3 <0.1 ppm AmmoniaIt is the primary killer of aquarium fish, causing gill damage, stress, and death
Ca 380 - 450 ppm CalciumSupporting the growth, skeletal structure, and shell formation of corals, mollusks, crustaceans, and coralline algae
KH 8 - 12 dKH AlkalinityIt acts as a shield, neutralizing acids to prevent dangerous pH "crashes" that can harm fish, corals, and plants.
Mg 1200 - 1400 ppm MagnesiumIt enables coral growth by supporting skeletal formation, assists in metabolic processes, and ensures that calcium is available for corals, clams, and coralline algae.
SG 1.023 - 1.026 SG SalinityEssential for maintaining stable, natural water parameters, proper osmoregulation, and stress-free environments for marine fish and corals
ORP 250 - 400 mV Oxidation-Reduction PotentialA higher positive mV indicates clean, oxygen-rich water with high water quality, while low readings indicate high pollution.
About Orange Striped Cardinalfish
General information
The Orange Striped Cardinalfish is a small, peaceful fish that can grow up to 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) in length. It has a slender body with orange stripes and a silver-white body. These fish are easy to care for and make great additions to a reef tank.
Diet & nutrition
In the wild, the Orange Striped Cardinalfish feeds on plankton and small crustaceans. In an aquarium, they will eat a variety of frozen or live foods, including brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and chopped seafood.
Determining sex
It is difficult to determine the sex of Orange Striped Cardinalfish visually as they have no distinguishable physical differences.
Breeding & spawning
Orange Striped Cardinalfish are egg layers and relatively easy to breed. A separate breeding tank is necessary for successful breeding. After spawning, the eggs will hatch in about 3 to 5 days, and the fry will be free-swimming within 24 hours.
Diseases
Orange Striped Cardinalfish are generally hardy and not prone to many diseases. However, like all fish, they are susceptible to ich and other common aquarium diseases.
Origination
The Orange Striped Cardinalfish is native to the Western Pacific, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Australia.
Cautions
The Orange Striped Cardinalfish is a peaceful fish and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish species. However, they may become territorial towards their own kind and other similar cardinalfish species.
Acclimation process
Proper acclimation is important for the Orange Striped Cardinalfish as they are sensitive to changes in water conditions. It is recommended to slowly acclimate them by floating the bag in the aquarium for 15 to 20 minutes before introducing them into the tank.
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