Fishician®Diet
Carnivore – frozen mysis, brine shrimp, marine pellets
Aquarium species profile
Orchid Dottyback
Pseudochromis fridmani · Red Sea (endemic)
Minimum tank30 gal
Adult size3"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature72–80°F
pH range8.1–8.4
Compatible tank mates
Most reef fish; peaceful for a dottyback
Tank mates to avoid
Similar-shaped/colored fish, very passive fish, ornamental shrimp (small ones)
Care notes
Stunning solid purple. One of the most peaceful dottybacks. Captive-bred widely available. Eats bristleworms and small pests. Cave-dweller.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.