Cardinal fish – Banggai

*This fish is a marine species*

Banggai Cardinalfish are suited for the beginner aquarist. It is a peaceful and hardy species and is a great choice for almost any aquarium. It has a distinct shape with long flowing fins, vertical black stripes, silver sides and white spots across its body.

This species is native to many areas within the Indo-Pacific region.

Features ofBanggai Cardinal Fish

• Black, silver and white in colour
• Grows up to 8cm
• Care level: Easy
• Peaceful
• Large eyes and long flowing fins

Tank Mate Compatibility:

Heres a list of some of the best tank mates for yourBanggai Cardinalfish:

• Clownfish
• Lawnmower Blenny
• Royal Gamma
• Coral Beauty Angelfish

They are a good match with many other fish. The Banggai Cardinalfish are best kept singly or as an introduced pair. They are reef safe and can get along peacefully with other non-aggressive fish.

Feeding:

Banggai Cardinalfish are carnivores so their diet should consist of a variety of live and frozen food. This could include brine and Mysis shrimp, black worms and flake foods.

Equipment:

Aquarium:

Banggai Cardinalfish require a minimum tank size of approximately 115L. They are smaller fish and require less room than many other fish. They like to hang out in the water column, moving back and forth to mimic their natural environment.

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Heater:

Banggai Cardinalfish prefer water temperatures between 22C – 27C.

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Lighting:

Replicate natural conditions with artificial lighting (8-10 hours of light every 24 hours.)

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Filtration & Water Movement:

Banggai Cardinalfish require good filtration and water quality.

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Substrate:

This species prefers a substrate mix of sand, coral and rubble. Also include live rock and plenty of hiding spaces.

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Decorations forBanggai Cardinal Fish:

This species is quite confident but also likes security. Be sure to include lots of well-developed live rock with crevices and hiding places.

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