Captive Bred Springeri Dottyback
Captive Bred Springeri Dottyback
Size: 1.5-2.5"
Springeri Dottyback (Pseudochromis springeri)
Description:
A black-colored Dottyback with two blue stripes running across the head.
Natural Ecology:
Pseudochromis springeri is a carnivore of worms and other small invertebrates.
Indigenous To:
Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Behavior:
This species is one of the least aggressive species in the genus.
Compatibility:
Usually ignores corals and most invertebrates. They may attack tiny shrimps but are useful to curb the proliferation of bristle worms.
Food:
Proaquatix specimens have been weaned to take aquarium pellets and flakes. Freshly frozen invertebrates such as ocean plankton, Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and chopped squid will be readily accepted.
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Our dottybsck came barely alive, laying in the bottom of the bag, randomly twitching, breathing hard and way smaller than expected. Description says 1.5-2in, our was just barely 1in. We tried to save it but no luck. It died before we could even get it fully acclimatized.
Hi Brittany, I'm sincerely sorry to hear about your Springeri Dottyback's condition upon arrival. It's always heartbreaking to lose aquatic friends. We strive to provide accurate size descriptions, and it's clear that we fell short. Our team would like to rectify this situation - let's connect soon, alright?