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Mandarin Dragonet
AdvancedSynchiropus splendidus
Often called the most beautiful marine fish with psychedelic maze-like patterns. Feeds on copepods, making it challenging to keep.
Dificultad
Advanced
Temperatura
23〜26℃
Esperanza de vida
5-10 years
Tamaño
6-8cm
Dieta
Copepods and other micro-crustaceans
Acerca de
The mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) is a small dragonet of the family Callionymidae inhabiting the tropical coral reefs of the western Pacific Ocean. Its intricate camouflage of interlocking blue, green, orange, and black whorls is widely considered among the most beautiful patterning found in any vertebrate. The species lacks scales; instead, its body is coated in a foul-smelling mucus that deters predators. Care requirements are demanding: mandarinfish rarely accept prepared foods and must be sustained by live copepods and other micro-crustaceans proliferating in mature live rock. A well-established reef aquarium of 100 litres or more with densely populated live rock is essential. This species is best suited to experienced marine aquarists.
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Información básica
Origen
Tropical coral reefs of the western Pacific Ocean, from the Ryukyu Islands to northern Australia
Esperanza de vida
5-10 years
Tamaño
6-8cm
Temperatura
23〜26℃
Dieta
Copepods and other micro-crustaceans
Guía de cuidado
Tank
Mature 100L+ reef tank
Diet
Copepod-rich environment essential
Maturity
Tank running 6+ months required
Compatibility
No male conspecifics together
Notes
Many individuals refuse pellets — weaning is key
AdvancedPsychedelic colorsCopepod feederMature tank needed
Preguntas frecuentes de Mandarin Dragonet
Q¿Qué tan difícil es mantener Mandarin Dragonet?
A
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
Q¿Cuál es la temperatura ideal para Mandarin Dragonet?
A
La temperatura ideal para Mandarin Dragonet es 23〜26℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
Q¿Cuál es la esperanza de vida de Mandarin Dragonet?
A
La esperanza de vida promedio de Mandarin Dragonet es 5-10 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Q¿Qué tamaño alcanza Mandarin Dragonet?
A
Mandarin Dragonet típicamente alcanza 6-8cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Q¿Qué debo alimentar a Mandarin Dragonet?
A
Mandarin Dragonet se alimenta de: Copepods and other micro-crustaceans. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
Q¿Cuál es el precio típico de Mandarin Dragonet?
A
El precio de Mandarin Dragonet varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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