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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.
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Owner Reviews
Will
@Mellow_Dove_86
I love this fish! So pretty and does not bother other fish or corals. I will always own an orchid dottyback in my reef tanks.
Craig Snowgold
@MaizeandBlue
Very active and gets along with other tank mates. Beautiful color, and can be seen from across the room.
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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
Jasia
@Jasia17750
Hated this fish! Was very mean and as nice of a color it had it was not worth it. Constantly bullying other fish no matter where they were in my 75 gallon. Would not buy again.
Christian
@Christian27484
Mean little guy
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!!!
For Sale
Price History
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 1, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Dec 1, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 26, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 25, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 24, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 23, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 38.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 22, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 21, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 21, 2025 | View |
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Captive Bred Orchid Dottyback
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$ 50.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 21, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 20, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 20, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 19, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 19, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 18, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
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$ 40.00 | Marine Collectors | Nov 18, 2025 | View |
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C/B Fridmani Pseudochromis (Pseudochromis Fridmani)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 17, 2025 | View |
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Orchid Dottyback
Pseudochromis fridmani
