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Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
3 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Red Marbled Dragonet is a small, vibrantly colored saltwater fish, known for its unique pattern of red and white marbling. This fish is a bottom dweller and has a flattened body shape with large pectoral fins that it uses to "walk" along the substrate.
Reef Safe
Yes, the Red Marbled Dragonet is considered reef safe and will not harm corals or other invertebrates.
Environment
The Red Marbled Dragonet prefers a tank with plenty of hiding spots and a sandy substrate for foraging. It does best in a well-established tank with a healthy population of copepods.
Behavior
This fish is generally peaceful and spends most of its time foraging for food along the bottom of the tank. It can be shy and may hide when first introduced to a new environment.
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Owner Reviews
Rob
@bucrob
He originally only ate pods but got him weaned onto prepared food in about a week or two.
Christian
@Christian27484
As far as I’m concerned they will never take to frozen foods. Only buy if you have large micro fauna populations.
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Red Marbled Dragonet
Synchiropus stellatus
