Forktail dottyback (Pseudochromis dixurus)

Scientific name: Pseudochromis dixurus Lubbock, 1975

The Forktail dottyback (Pseudochromis dixurus) is a marine fish of the family Pseudochromidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–26°C (75–79°F). Native range: Western Indian Ocean, Red Sea.

Forktail dottyback care at a glance

Temperature: 24–26°C (75–79°F)

Biology

Found in caves or around silt-covered rocks.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Pseudochromis dixurus
Family: Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 9.0
Depth range: 5–60 m (16–197 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 60 m, usually 5 - 60 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea.
Conservation status (IUCN): Least Concern (LC)
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial