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| Physical |
| Size: | 5.93 cm (2.33 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Color Variations: | Red-lined.
Can be green, yellow, or brown.
Also found in blue, cream, and orange. |
| Compatability: | Community
Reef Safe
Do not keep with aggressive fish. |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 2 Gallons (7.57) Liters |
| Ease of Keeping: | 2 - 3 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | Saltwater |
| Temperature: | 75° F (23.89° C) |
| pH: | 8.25 |
| Salinity: | 1.024 |
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| Living |
| Food Preference: | Herbivorous.
Eats algae.
Absorbs chloroplast material from algae and uses it to photosynthesize energy. |
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| Swimming Level: | All Levels |
| Schooling: | No |
| Setup: | Live rock to forage over for algae is a necessity.
Any filter intakes or drains should be screened off to protect the animal.
Sensitive to nitrates and copper based medications.
Provide moderate water flow.
High intensity lighting is preferred. |
| Distribution: | South Atlantic and Caribbean oceans.
As well as the Bahamas. |
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 4 - 5 |
| Sexing: | Not sexually dimorphic. |
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| Sources: | http://www.saltwaterfish.com
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