Diadem dottyback (Pictichromis diadema)

Scientific name: Pictichromis diadema Lubbock & Randall, 1978

The Diadem dottyback (Pictichromis diadema) is a marine fish of the family Pseudochromidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F). Native range: Western Central Pacific, Peninsular Malaysia, the Philippines and northern Borneo.

Diadem dottyback care at a glance

Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

Biology

Found in sheltered reefs with rich coral growth. Small groups are found among coral or rocks. Minimum depth reported from.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Pictichromis diadema
Family: Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 6.0
Depth range: 5–30 m (16–98 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 30 m, usually 5 - 25 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Western Central Pacific: Peninsular Malaysia, the Philippines and northern Borneo.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial