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Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
3 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Orchid Dottyback is a strikingly beautiful saltwater aquarium fish, known for its vibrant purple coloration. Native to the Red Sea, it is a popular choice among aquarists due to its hardy nature and small size.
Reef Safe?
Yes, the Orchid Dottyback is considered reef safe, but may pose a threat to small, ornamental shrimp or very small fish.
Environment
The Orchid Dottyback prefers a well-structured environment with plenty of hiding spots. The tank should have ample rockwork and crevices for them to hide and establish territories.
Behavior
Despite its small size, the Orchid Dottyback can be quite territorial, especially towards other small, bottom-dwelling fish. It is known to be a burrower, often hiding in the rockwork of the aquarium.
Owner Reviews
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@SassyTurtle12
Aggression varies by individual, but mine is peaceful. Would still recommend adding last to a tank though. Spends most of the time around the rock work and in the bottom 1/3 of the tank, but is usually out and about during the day. Definitely can be feisty to smaller fish at times and may bother overly peaceful, bottom-dwelling fish like firefish. Pros: striking burst of color, easy to keep, most peaceful of the dottybacks Cons: may be aggressive towards smaller tank mates; aggression varies by individual Availability: can be difficult to find
Christian
@Christian27484
Very colorful fish for a small tank but can be very rude to fellow tankmates, proceed with caution.
Dave
@milld119
I love the coloring of this fish!!! I’m red/green colorblind so I think he is blue but everyone tells me it’s purple. No matter what color, I LOVE IT!!!
