Fine-scaled dottyback (Lubbockichthys multisquamatus)

Scientific name: Lubbockichthys multisquamatus Allen, 1987

The Fine-scaled dottyback (Lubbockichthys multisquamatus) is a marine fish of the family Pseudochromidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F). Native range: Indo-Pacific, eastern Indian Ocean to central Pacific.

Fine-scaled dottyback care at a glance

Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Lubbockichthys multisquamatus
Family: Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 7.5
Depth range: 12–65 m (39–213 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 12 - 65 m, usually 15 - 65 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Indo-Pacific: eastern Indian Ocean to central Pacific.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial