• Name:

    Zebra Barred Dartfish

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  • Family: Microdesmidae
  • Species: Dartfish
  • Scientific Name: Ptereleotris zebra
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Also Know As:

| Zebra Dart Goby

| Chinese Zebra Goby

| Bar Goby

| Barred Dartfish

| Zebra Goby

| Zebra Dartfish

General info about Zebra Barred Dartfish

The Zebra Barred Dartfish, also known as the Zebra Dartfish, is a popular saltwater aquarium species due to its striking black and white striped pattern. This species is a member of the Goby family, and is native to the Western Pacific Ocean. The Zebra Barred Dartfish is a peaceful and hardy species, making it a great choice for beginner aquarium enthusiasts. They can reach up to 4 inches in length and are best kept in a tank with plenty of live rock for hiding places.

Zebra Barred Dartfish Diet & Nutrition

In the wild, the Zebra Barred Dartfish feeds on small invertebrates and zooplankton. In captivity, they will readily accept a varied diet that includes frozen or live brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and chopped seafood.

Determining Sex of Zebra Barred Dartfish

There are no visible differences between male and female Zebra Barred Dartfish.

Breeding & Spawning Zebra Barred Dartfish

There have been reports of successful breeding of Zebra Barred Dartfish in captivity, but it is a challenging task. It requires a mature pair, a large tank with plenty of hiding places, and a specific diet to trigger spawning.

Common Diseases with Zebra Barred Dartfish

Zebra Barred Dartfish are relatively hardy and not prone to many diseases, but they can be affected by common aquarium diseases like ich and velvet if water conditions are not properly maintained.

Zebra Barred Dartfish Origin

The Zebra Barred Dartfish is native to the Western Pacific Ocean, specifically in areas around Indonesia, the Philippines, and Papua New Guinea.

Caution with Zebra Barred Dartfish

Zebra Barred Dartfish are generally a peaceful species, but they can become territorial with other similar species. It is best to keep them in groups of three or more to prevent aggression.

Acclimating Zebra Barred Dartfish

Proper acclimation is crucial to the health of any new fish in an aquarium. When introducing Zebra Barred Dartfish to a new tank, it is recommended to use a drip acclimation method over the course of 1-2 hours to gradually acclimate the fish to the new water parameters.
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Zebra Barred Dartfish Dartfish Microdesmidae Ptereleotris zebra The Zebra Barred Dartfish, also known as the Zebra Dartfish, is a popular saltwater aquarium species due to its striking black and white striped pattern. This species is a member of the Goby family, and is native to the Western Pacific Ocean. The Zebra Barred Dartfish is a peaceful and hardy species, making it a great choice for beginner aquarium enthusiasts. They can reach up to 4 inches in length and are best kept in a tank with plenty of live rock for hiding places. PalaciosAn

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