Firefish - Nemateleotris magnifica

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Firefish

Scientific Name

Nemateleotris magnifica

Reef Compatible

Yes

Care Level

Beginner

Disposition

Peaceful

Min. Tank Size

24 gallons

Mature Size

3.5 inches

Diet

Carnivore

Range

Coral Sea, Indo-Pacific, Maldives, Australia

Size Class

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Curator's Note

Firefish are prone to jumping from aquariums and shipping bags. They are best kept in covered aquariums.

Other Common Names

Firefish, Fire Goby, Magnificent Dartfish, Fire Dartfish

Description

One of the most popular candidates for Nano tanks and larger peaceful community aquariums, the Firefish Dart Goby is a colorful and timid fish that prefers to live with non-boisterous tankmates. Can be kept in small groups in large aquariums and will pair off.

Diet

Live, enriched Brine Shrimp may need to be fed Feed a varied diet consisting of finely chopped 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. Bright coloration of this fish can diminish if not provided a proper diet for coloration of fish. Blue Zoo Ultimate Reef Fish and Coral Diet is recommended to keep the color of this fish which can be shipped with your fish order.

Item #

Description

Price

Quantity

Stock Status

002038

Firefish, Medium: over 1.5-2.5", Indo Pacific

~~$24.99~~

$19.99

002040

Firefish, Large: over 2.5-3.5", Indo Pacific

$29.99

034341

Firefish, Small: up to 1.5", Indo Pacific

$19.99

*	Due to availability and individuality of each species, colors and sizes may vary.

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