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The black band running down the center of the body is more defined than that of an Indigo, and the bottom portion of the fish is fresh white in color. Its most striking feature is the light blue to turquoise coloration on top. The Electric Indigo exhibits the elegant caudal filament found in its Striped Dottyback lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the Indigo Dottyback, the Electric Indigo can readily change its color depending on its mood or comfort level. Once settled in, they are simply stunning. As far as Dottybacks go, the Electric Indigo is rather peaceful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal setup for the Electric Indigo Dottyback will be an established saltwater aquarium of at least 30 gallons in size aquascaped liberally with generous amounts of live rock. Create ample crevices and caves for the Indigo Dottyback to explore, claim or seek refuge. Similar to other Dottyback species, it is recommended to house the Electric Indigo Dottyback singly unless the aquarium is very large. 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This gorgeous lavender colored fish has a wonderful personality in the aquarium and will surely become the aquarium favorite. The Orchid Dottybacks are found only in the Red Sea. They can be found in colonies near ledges, where they can dart in and out to feed on the passing zooplankton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 30 gallon or larger aquarium with numerous hiding places should be provided. It will tend to swim in the open after it has become acclimated to its new environment. It may occasionally chase smaller fish but will defend its hiding places from intruders. It will prey on pests such as small mantis shrimp and bristleworms, making this fish ideal for the reef aquarium. If more than one Pseudochromis will be maintained together in the aquarium, it is important to add them at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Captive-Bred Orchid Dottyback should be fed a varied diet consisting of foods specifically designed for carnivores. If kept in a reef aquarium, the Captive-Bred Orchid Dottyback should be fed once per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall: 1\/2\" to 1-1\/2\"; Medium: 1-1\/2\" to 2-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48263854948595,"sku":null,"price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48508511977715,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_90003_OrchidDottyback.jpg?v=1766131878"},{"product_id":"purple-stripe-dottyback","title":"Purple Stripe Dottyback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Purple Stripe Dottyback, also known as Diadem Dottyback or Diadem Pseudochromis, is primarily yellow with a purple stripe running the length of the body along the dorsal fin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 30 gallon or larger aquarium with numerous hiding places provides a good environment. It should be housed with moderately aggressive fish that are larger than itself. It will eat ornamental shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diet consists of meaty foods including brine shrimp and prepared frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\" to 2-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48263887618291,"sku":"115036","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_72394_Purple_Stripe_Dottyback.jpg?v=1766132676"},{"product_id":"purple-dottyback","title":"Purple Dottyback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe color of the Purple Dottyback, also known as the Magenta Dottyback or Purple Pseudochromis, is best described as magenta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 30 gallon or larger aquarium should be provided. It may become aggressive towards other Pseudochromis or fish with similar body shapes. It is easy to keep in an aquarium when provided with numerous hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diet consists of meaty foods such as brine shrimp and prepared frozen foods. Foods should be enriched and varied in order to preserve its beautiful coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\" to 2-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Indonesia","offer_id":48263890010355,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Philippines","offer_id":48508511944947,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg72524PurpleDottyback_cc095549-51f3-4ef2-becd-1bd0f3881720.jpg?v=1766133145"},{"product_id":"black-neon-dottyback-captive-bred","title":"Black Neon Dottyback, Captive-Bred","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiveAquaria® is proud to offer the Captive-Bred Black Neon Dottyback as another choice in our growing selection of aquacultured and captive-bred aquatic life. This hybrid between the Neon Dottyback (Pseudochromis aldabraensis) and the Springeri Dottyback (Pseudochromis springeri) makes an eye-catching addition for most marine aquariums with its striking appearance and vibrant personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Captive-Bred Black Neon Dottyback appears to exhibit a near perfect blend of phenotypical traits of its parents, sporting the distinct face bands of the Springeri Dottyback and the horizontal blue stripes that run along the dorsal length and fins of the Neon Dottyback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, the Captive-Bred Black Neon Dottyback appears to inherit the body color of the Springeri Dottyback but demonstrates a unique ability to alter coloration on its flanks from nearly jet black to a rust color, depending on mood and environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal setup for the Captive-Bred Black Neon Dottyback will be an established saltwater aquarium of at least 30 gallons in size aquascaped liberally with generous amounts of live rock. Create ample crevices and caves for the Captive-Bred Neon Dottyback to explore, claim or seek refuge. Similar to other Dottyback species, it is recommended to house the Captive-Bred Neon Dottyback singly unless the aquarium is very large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Captive-Bred Black Neon Dottyback should be fed a varied diet consisting of foods specifically designed for carnivores. 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It may eat ornamental shrimp and invertebrates such as small mantis shrimp and fireworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe diet should consist of brine shrimp and prepared frozen foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\" to 2-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Sunrise Dottyback","offer_id":48508784738547,"sku":"72433","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunrise Dottyback (Red Sea)","offer_id":48508784771315,"sku":"116293","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_109396_Sunrise_Dottyback.jpg?v=1771032810"},{"product_id":"australian-multicolor-dottyback","title":"Australian Multicolor Dottyback","description":"The Australian Mulitcolor Dottyback is also known as the Australian Dottyback, New Holland Multicolored Dottyback, Australian Pseudochromis, and the Red and Green Dottyback. It is red with green markings on the body, and blue lining the tops of the fins.\n\n\u003cp\u003eA 55 gallon or larger aquarium with many hiding places provides a good environment. This Pseudochromis should be housed with moderately aggressive fish larger than itself. 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Originating from Indonesia, this species can be territorial in smaller aquarium set-ups, maintaining with larger tank mates is ideal. \u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eA 30-gallon or larger aquarium provides a good environment. It will not be intimidated by other fish and will defend its territory, even against fish two to three times its size. It will eat small ornamental shrimp.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Splendid Dottyback should be fed a varied diet consisting of foods specifically designed for carnivores. 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Its pale body and fins are adorned with beautiful red spots, which create a lined pattern.\n\u003cp\u003e\nA 50-gallon or larger aquarium with many hiding places provides a good environment. This Pseudochromis should be housed with moderately aggressive fish larger than itself. Although it is an excellent reef fish, it may eat small ornamental shrimp.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nAs a carnivore, the Red Spotted Dottyback will thrive on a diet of meaty foods such as finely chopped fresh or frozen marine fish, squid, mysis shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, and frozen carnivore preparations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" to 1-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"SW: Red Spotted Dottyback","offer_id":48508919709939,"sku":"90099","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg-90099-Red-Spotted-Pseudo.jpg?v=1771032902"},{"product_id":"dilectis-dottyback","title":"Dilectis Dottyback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dilectis Dottyback is also known as the Sri Lanka Dottyback, and originates from the reefs of Sri Lanka. They have an elongated, dark colored body, with beautiful white accents. They make a great addition to the saltwater fish only or reef aquarium. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dilectis Dottyback does well in a saltwater aquarium of at least 30 gallons with plenty of live rock for hiding places and for supplemental nutrition. It will tend to swim in the open after it has become acclimated to its new environment. Only house one of this species per aquarium, unless the aquarium is very large, and they are acclimated at the same time. They may help control bristleworm populations in the aquarium.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe diet consists of meaty foods including; vitamin enriched brine and mysis shrimp, chopped fish and a quality flake food.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small; 3\/4\" to 1 1\/4\" Medium; 1 1\/4\" to 2\" Large; 2\" to 3\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Sri Lanka: Small","offer_id":48508936028403,"sku":"36955","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Indonesia: Small","offer_id":48508936061171,"sku":"36958","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Indonesia: Medium","offer_id":48508936093939,"sku":"89398","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sri Lanka: Large","offer_id":48508936126707,"sku":"36957","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sri Lanka: Medium","offer_id":48508936159475,"sku":"36956","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_36956_Dilectis_Dottyback.jpg?v=1771032924"},{"product_id":"mccullochi-dottyback","title":"Mccullochi Dottyback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mccullochi Dottyback is also known as the Oblique Lined Dottyback, and originates from the reefs of the Coral Sea. The males have an elongated, bright red body with purple accents on both the fins and edging its scales. The females also have an elongated body, but their coloration ranges from purple within the head area, to red and yellow towards the tail. These are one of the most striking, and unfortunately rare Pseudochromis available in the industry. They make a great addition to the saltwater fish only or reef aquarium. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mccullochi Dottyback does well in a saltwater aquarium of at least 30-gallons with plenty of live rock for hiding places and for supplemental nutrition. It will tend to swim in the open after it has become acclimated to its new environment. Only house one pair of this species per aquarium, unless the aquarium is very large, and they are acclimated at the same time. They will not bother invertebrates, and are a great fish for the reef aquarium. 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The Yellow Dottyback's color ranges from canary yellow to a 'dusky' purple\/brown (depending on its daily diet) with dark spots in the center of each scale. This creates a subtle pattern which sometimes resembles fine lines flowing across its side. \n\u003cp\u003e\nIn the wild, the Yellow Dottyback is common to lagoon reefs, tide pools, as well as in coral crevices and fore-reef slopes, feeding heavily on small fishes, as well as large zooplankters and small benthic crustaceans.   At home, a 30-gallon or larger aquarium will provide a suitable environment. The Yellow Dottyback won't be intimidated by other fish and will defend its territory, even against fish two to three times its size. It will eat small ornamental shrimp. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nThe diet consists of \nmeaty foods including \nbrine shrimp and \nprepared frozen foods. 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Displaying distinct sexual dichromatism, male specimens are predominantly pinkish red, while females are paler pink with gradations of yellow-green where the dorsal, caudal, and anal fins meet the body. \n\u003cp\u003e\nAlso known as the Big-Eye Dottyback or Hidden Basslet (it's notoriously secretive), the Ring Eyed Dottyback inhabits crevices within reef faces and lagoons at depths of 20 to 30 feet. In the aquarium, they will mostly hide in the rockwork, but will occasionally dash out from cover to snag pieces of food once fully acclimated. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nWhile not too aggressive to other tankmates, the Ring-Eyed Dottyback may pick on smaller, passive species such as nano gobies in small aquariums. It's best to keep only one per tank, unless the aquarium is quite large. 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The end result is the new  Captive-Bred Electric Indigo Dottyback!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Electric Indigo differs from its predecessors by having a three-color scheme instead of two.  The black band running down the center of the body is more defined than that of an Indigo, and the bottom portion of the fish is fresh white in color. Its most striking feature is the light blue to turquoise coloration on top.  The Electric Indigo exhibits the elegant caudal filament found in its Striped Dottyback lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike the Indigo Dottyback, the Electric Indigo can readily change its color depending on its mood or comfort level.  Once settled in, they are simply stunning. As far as Dottybacks go, the Electric Indigo is rather peaceful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal setup for the Electric Indigo Dottyback will be an established saltwater aquarium of at least 30 gallons in size aquascaped liberally with generous amounts of live rock. 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