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Flame Cardinal (Apogon spp.)

$99.95

Product Description

The Flame Cardinal, also known as the Flamefish, is fiery red with light accents of blue and green.

A 30 gallon or larger aquarium with caves and peaceful tank mates is a good environment for this slow and methodical swimmer. It should not be kept in large groups because of its aggressive behavior towards other Cardinalfish, although it does well in mated pairs. It is a nocturnal fish and may be watched using a red light.

The Flame Cardinal requires a well-balanced and vitamin-enriched diet of meaty foods such as feeder shrimp, marine flesh, bloodworms, and depending on its size, live feeder fish.

Approximate Purchase Size: 2" to 3"

Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

Care Level: Easy

Temperament: Aggressive

Reef Compatible: Yes

Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025

Max. Size: 4"

Color Form: Red

Diet: Carnivore

Compatibility: View Chart

Origin: Caribbean, Costa Rica

Family: Apogonidae