{"product_id":"captive-bred-splendid-dottyback-manonichthys-splendens","title":"Captive-Bred Splendid Dottyback – Manonichthys splendens","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"buildify buildify-1383819706453\" id=\"buildify\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSplendid Dottyback\u003c\/strong\u003e, scientifically known as \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManonichthys splendens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, is an exceptionally attractive member of the dottyback family Pseudochromidae. Its intricate coloration includes rows of yellow to orange spots and lines across the body, a patterned dorsal fin, contrasting facial markings, bright blue fin margins, and a yellow tail. \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\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong\u003eIndo-West Pacific\u003c\/strong\u003e, the species is particularly associated with Indonesia and surrounding regions. It inhabits coral reef environments and is frequently observed around rockwork, corals, and sponges. Sea \u0026amp; Reef specifically reports populations around Flores, Komodo, Sumba, and Timor and notes an association with bushy yellow tube sponges. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Splendid Dottyback is one of the larger dottybacks. Reliable taxonomic and breeder sources report a maximum length of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13 cm, or 5.1 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is considerably larger than the 3-inch maximum sometimes given in aquarium retail listings. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is \u003cstrong\u003ecaptive bred\/tank raised\u003c\/strong\u003e and maintained at Pacific East Aquaculture in dedicated systems separate from our wild-collected fish. Our captive-bred and tank-raised saltwater fish are carefully observed and maintained under professional husbandry protocols prior to sale, without the routine conditioning and proactive treatment protocols used for wild-collected specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Splendid Dottyback is hardy but can be territorial and assertive, particularly toward smaller fishes and other dottybacks. Captive-bred individuals may be less aggressive than their wild counterparts, but appropriate tankmates and plenty of rockwork are still recommended. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eManonichthys splendens\u003c\/em\u003e (Fowler, 1931)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynonym:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePseudochromis splendens\u003c\/em\u003e Fowler, 1931\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Splendid Dottyback, Splendid Pseudochromis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pseudochromidae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive Bred \/ Tank Raised\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive to aggressive; territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef compatible with caution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e30 gallons minimum; larger aquariums preferred for adults\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5.1 inches (13 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 75–81°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.021–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide substantial rockwork with numerous caves, crevices, and sheltered areas. This gives the fish places to establish a territory and retreat when desired. Because this species can reach about 5 inches and becomes territorial, I would regard \u003cstrong\u003e30 gallons as a minimum rather than an ideal adult aquarium size\u003c\/strong\u003e. Larger quarters provide more opportunity to establish territories and reduce conflicts with tankmates. \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 Splendid Dottyback is a bold and territorial fish that should not be underestimated because of its relatively compact size. It can defend its territory against considerably larger fishes. It is best housed with appropriately sized, confident tankmates rather than very small or timid species. \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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef compatible with caution.\u003c\/strong\u003e Splendid Dottybacks are not coral predators, but they are carnivorous and may consume small ornamental shrimp and other small crustaceans. For that reason, I would describe them as reef compatible \u003cstrong\u003ewith caution\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than simply “reef safe.” \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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, and high-quality marine pellets or flakes. Captive-bred individuals readily adapt to prepared aquarium foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Proaquatix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51732976828649,"sku":"TR AU2611","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2133\/7655\/files\/captive-bred-splendid-dottyback-manonichthys-splendens.jpg?v=1787768728","url":"https:\/\/pacificeastaquaculture.com\/products\/captive-bred-splendid-dottyback-manonichthys-splendens","provider":"Pacific East Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}