- Name:
Kaudern Cardinalfish
(View AKA's) - Family: Apogonidae
- Species: Cardinalfish
- Scientific Name: Pterapogon kauderni
Statistics
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Aggressive
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Omnivore
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Reef Safe
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NH3-4 (Ammonia)
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NO3 (Nitrate)
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ORP (Oxidation Reduction Potential)
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Avg. Size (Inches)
- 32
Avg.Tank Size (Gallons)
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Avg Life (Years)
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General info about Kaudern Cardinalfish
Kaudern Cardinalfish is a popular and easy-to-care-for aquarium species that is native to the Banggai Islands in Indonesia. They are small, reaching up to 3 inches in length, and have a black body with white spots, a distinct white stripe running along the entire body, and long flowing fins. They are a peaceful species and can be kept in groups in aquariums.
Kaudern Cardinalfish Diet & Nutrition
In the wild, Kaudern Cardinalfish feeds on small crustaceans and plankton. In captivity, they should be fed a varied diet that includes frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and small pieces of seafood.
Determining Sex of Kaudern Cardinalfish
Males and females are visually indistinguishable.
Breeding & Spawning Kaudern Cardinalfish
Kaudern Cardinalfish is one of the few marine fish species that is easily bred in captivity. They are mouthbrooders, with the males incubating the eggs in their mouths until they hatch. Breeding pairs should be selected and conditioned prior to breeding, and the eggs and fry should be protected from other fish in the aquarium.
Common Diseases with Kaudern Cardinalfish
Kaudern Cardinalfish are relatively hardy and not prone to many diseases if kept in optimal conditions. However, they can be susceptible to common marine fish diseases such as ich and velvet.
Kaudern Cardinalfish Origin
Kaudern Cardinalfish is native to the Banggai Islands in Indonesia.
Caution with Kaudern Cardinalfish
Due to over-collection, Kaudern Cardinalfish populations in the wild have declined significantly, and they are now considered a threatened species. It is important to only purchase Kaudern Cardinalfish from reputable sources and to ensure that they have been sustainably sourced.
Acclimating Kaudern Cardinalfish
When introducing Kaudern Cardinalfish to a new aquarium, it is important to acclimate them slowly to avoid stress and shock. The drip acclimation method is recommended, in which water from the aquarium is slowly added to the bag containing the fish until the water in the bag matches the parameters of the aquarium.
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Kaudern Cardinalfish | Cardinalfish | Apogonidae | Pterapogon kauderni | Kaudern Cardinalfish is a popular and easy-to-care-for aquarium species that is native to the Banggai Islands in Indonesia. They are small, reaching up to 3 inches in length, and have a black body with white spots, a distinct white stripe running along the entire body, and long flowing fins. They are a peaceful species and can be kept in groups in aquariums. | PalaciosAn |
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