{"product_id":"captive-bred-indigo-longfin-dottyback-pseudochromis-hybrid","title":"Captive-Bred Indigo Longfin Dottyback – Pseudochromis Hybrid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"buildify buildify-1383819706453\" id=\"buildify\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIndigo Longfin Dottyback\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking captive-bred hybrid produced from the \u003cstrong\u003eOrchid Dottyback (\u003cem\u003ePseudochromis fridmani\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eStriped Dottyback (\u003cem\u003ePseudochromis sankeyi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than representing a naturally occurring species, the Indigo Dottyback is an aquarium-bred hybrid and is scientifically designated \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePseudochromis fridmani × Pseudochromis sankeyi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Both parent species originate from the Red Sea, but the Indigo hybrid itself is not known as a naturally occurring wild population. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts coloration combines characteristics of both parent species, typically displaying shades of indigo to blue-purple along with darker markings. Longfin individuals are selectively bred for elongated finnage, adding an especially graceful appearance to this already distinctive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndigo Dottybacks generally reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3 inches in length\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compared with many dottybacks, they are often described as relatively mild or social, although individuals can still become territorial toward other dottybacks or similarly shaped fishes. Providing plentiful rockwork, caves, and crevices allows the fish to establish secure retreats and display its natural behavior. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cstrong\u003ecaptive-bred\/tank-raised fish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Indigo Longfin Dottyback is an excellent choice for aquarists interested in aquarium-produced marine livestock. It is generally hardy, accepts a wide range of prepared aquarium foods, and is suitable for reef aquariums because it normally leaves corals alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePseudochromis fridmani × Pseudochromis sankeyi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indigo Longfin Dottyback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pseudochromidae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred hybrid\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive to moderately peaceful for a dottyback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef compatible\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.020–1.025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide a well-established saltwater aquarium with plenty of live rock, caves, and crevices. Indigo Dottybacks naturally spend considerable time moving through and around rock structure and appreciate secure retreats. A \u003cstrong\u003e30-gallon aquarium or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e is appropriate for a single individual. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Indigo hybrid tends to inherit some of the comparatively mild disposition of the Striped Dottyback and is generally less aggressive than many traditional dottyback species. Nevertheless, it can defend its chosen territory, particularly against other dottybacks or similarly shaped fishes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally considered \u003cstrong\u003ereef compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not normally a threat to corals, although very small ornamental crustaceans may warrant caution because dottybacks are carnivorous predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed a varied carnivorous diet including mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, krill, finely chopped marine foods, quality pellets, and other appropriately sized meaty preparations. 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