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Diadem Pseudochromis
(Pseudochromis diadema)
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Maximum Length: 2.4 in.
Care Level: asy
Family: Pseudochromidae
Reef Compatibility: Excellent
Minimum Aquarium Size: 25 gal.
Range: Indo-Pacific
Diet: Carnivore
Water Conditions: 74-80° F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
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Notes: This little fish packs a punch and may attack fish three times its own size to defend its territory. It should not be housed with small passive fishes such as small gobies or firefish. It is a very hardy aquarium fish that does best kept singly in a reef aquarium with plenty of rocks for it to hide in. In the wild this fish often maintains a territory of several square yards. As a result, two or more should only be kept in large display aquariums no less than 240 gallons. Suitable tank-mates include more aggressive fish such as large angels, damsels, hawkfish, larger wrasse, and tangs.
The Diadem Pseudochromis will not bother coral, clams, or sessile invertebrates, but may eat very small ornamental shrimp.
Offer it a mixed diet of carnivore preparations, mysid shrimp, brine shrimp, and vitamin-enriched foods to help it keep its brilliant color.
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