Olive dottyback (Pseudochromis olivaceus)

Scientific name: Pseudochromis olivaceus R?ppell, 1835

The Olive dottyback (Pseudochromis olivaceus) is a marine fish of the family Pseudochromidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 24–28°C (75–82°F). Native range: Western Indian Ocean, Red Sea.

Olive dottyback care at a glance

Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)

Biology

Found among corals. Minimum depth reported from. Has been reared in captivity.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Pseudochromis olivaceus
Family: Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 9.0
Depth range: 1–20 m (3–66 ft)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 20 m, usually 1 - 20 m
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Fec = 1,000)