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Pseudochromis & Dottybacks
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Dusky Dottyback
Scientific Name Pseudochromis fuscus 
Reef Compatible Yes 
Care Level Beginner 
Disposition Semi-aggressive 
Min. Tank Size 30 gallons 
Mature Size 4 inches 
Diet Carnivore 
Range Western Pacific, Indian Ocean 
Size Class
0
Other Common Names
Brown Dottyback
Description
The Dusky Dottyback is the largest of the psuedochromis which makes it more of a threat than the average Dottyback. The Dusky Dottybacks color ranges from yellow to a ‘dusky’ purple/brown. It’s coloration varies according to it’s diet. To maintain the bright yellow color a diet high in vitamins must be fed.

Pseudochromis can often be quite the bullies and should not be added to peaceful community aquariums or aquariums that will house timid or hesitant feeders. They are best kept with tangs, large damselfish, hawkfish, angelfish, squirrels, parrots and other large fish that are not bullied easily.
Diet
Easily adjusts to captive diet. Feed a varied diet consisting of finely chopped chunks of meaty foods. These foods include krill, raw table shrimp, squid, clam and mussel. It is also a good idea to occasionally supplement with some type of herbivore diet. Will learn to eat flake, pellet and other commercial foods.
 
 
 
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001016   Dusky Dottyback, 1.5"-3", Western Pacific
 
$29.99
     
 
 
* Due to availability and individuality of each species, colors and sizes may vary.
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