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Sphaeramia nematoptera

Sphaeramia nematoptera (Bleeker 1856), the Pajama Cardinalfish. West Pacific. A long-standing favorite in the aquarium trade. Second perhaps only to the Banggai in use. The Spotted Cardinal is commonly found in small schools in amongst the branches of various types of branching Corals. In the home aquarium small groups can be kept with the decor having various crevices, and cave like ledges. While this species has been bred in captivity, it has not been bred as extensively as the Banggai Cardinal, the Spotted Cardinal is a mouth brooder as well. There is a possibility that sexual differences can be distinguished through the length of the pectoral fins, but is inconclusive.

Maximum Size: the Sphaeramia nematoptera grows up to 3 inches.

Minimum Tank Size: The Spotted Cardinal prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim.

Diet: The Sphaeramia nematoptera is a carnivore and likes to eat variety of meaty treats (bloodworms, feeder shrimp, marine flesh).

Level of Care: The Spotted Cardinal is a low maintenance fish.

Behavior: The Spotted Cardinal may act peacefully toward other fish.

Water Conditions: Keep water quality high (SG 1.020 – 1.025, pH 8.1 – 8.4, Temp. 72 – 78 F).

Range: , Western Pacific, Java to New Guinea, north to Ryukyu Is. and Belau to Pohnpei in Micronesia..

Breeding: Able to breed.

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