• Name:

    Green Dartfish

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  • Family: Ptereleotris
  • Species: Dartfish
  • Scientific Name: Ptereleotris microlepis
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Also Know As:

| Green Gudgeon Goby

| Green Silk Dartfish

General info about Green Dartfish

The Green Dartfish is a popular and hardy species for a saltwater aquarium. They are small in size, typically reaching up to 3 inches in length. They are known for their bright green coloration and slender body shape. They are relatively peaceful and can be kept in groups, but they do require ample hiding places in their aquarium to feel secure.

Green Dartfish Diet & Nutrition

Green Dartfish are carnivorous and require a diet consisting of meaty foods such as brine shrimp, krill, and mysis shrimp. They can also be fed small pieces of fish or clam meat.

Determining Sex of Green Dartfish

It is difficult to determine the sex of Green Dartfish visually as they have no distinguishing characteristics.

Breeding & Spawning Green Dartfish

Breeding and spawning Green Dartfish in captivity is extremely difficult and rare.

Common Diseases with Green Dartfish

Green Dartfish are susceptible to common saltwater fish diseases such as ich, velvet, and fin rot. Proper quarantine procedures and maintaining excellent water quality can help prevent the onset of disease.

Green Dartfish Origin

The Green Dartfish is native to the Western Pacific Ocean, specifically the Indo-Pacific region.

Caution with Green Dartfish

Green Dartfish are generally hardy and easy to care for, but caution should be taken when adding them to a tank with larger, aggressive fish species as they can become intimidated and may struggle to compete for food.

Acclimating Green Dartfish

When introducing Green Dartfish to a new aquarium, it is important to acclimate them slowly to prevent shock or stress. Float the sealed bag in the aquarium for 15-20 minutes to equalize the water temperature, then gradually add small amounts of aquarium water to the bag every 10-15 minutes for about an hour. Once the temperature and water parameters have equalized, the Green Dartfish can be released into the aquarium.
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