SALTWATER FISH

A WORD ABOUT OUR SPECIMENS We Wouldn't Sell You a Fish That We Wouldn't Put in Our Own Tank… All our fish are obtained from overseas suppliers using ethical collection, handling, and shipping techniques.   Beginner fish in this section are species that have proven to be hardy, undemanding, and well-suited for the beginning marine aquarium hobbyist. By following our advice on care and compatibility, you will find that keeping a successful saltwater aquarium can be a rewarding and fascinating experience.    Reef Safe Fish are saltwater aquarium species that will not pick at nor consume corals or most invertebrates. By following our advice on care and compatibility, you will find that keeping a successful saltwater aquarium can be a rewarding and fascinating experience.

SEAHORSE'S

Black Hippocampus Reidi Tank Raised Black Hippocampus Reidi Description: Also called the Long Snout Seahorse, the Hippocampus Reidi Seahorse is one of the most beautiful of all seahorse species, displaying almost unnatural shades of yellow, orange, and red.Tank Bred in Sri Lanka , their coloration may change in the aquarium and is highly dependent on the colors of its environment. They are a slender, narrow bodied slow growing sea horse that can reach in an aquarium lengths of 51/2 - 6 inches long and may live 5 to 7 years with proper care. Rated the most popular, exotic and colorful sea horse in the world by hobbyists everywhere, they are native to the waters of Brazil. They best when kept as either a mated pair, or with a small group of its own kind in a species-only aquarium of 20 gallons or larger. The taller the aquarium, the better, at least 12 inches high is best, as good circulation is most important. It will get along well with small, shy fish such as gobies, ocellaris and percula clowns, and firefish. But aggressive, territorial fish, or fast-moving fish do not make good companions. When ready to mate, the male Brazilian Reidi Seahorse will impress the female with its dramatic color changes, energetic pouch displays, and lots of graceful dancing. If receptive, the future mate will entwine tails, dance, and promenade with it, and then deposit as many as 600 eggs in the male pouch. About 14 days later, the male will give birth between 50-400 perfect miniature replicas of the pair. Minimum Tank Size: The Hippocampus Reidi prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons and good circulation is most important. Have gorgonians, other plants in the tank for the seahorses to hold on to. Diet: Seahorses do best when fed twice a day and do well on a diet of brine and mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, frozen Brine Shrimp plus, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Level of Care: All seahorses are high high maintenance and very delicate. approximate purchase size: 3-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee.  $64.99 each  Male/Female Pair $159.99

Yellow Hippocampus Reidi Tank Raised Yellow Hippocuampus Reidi Description: Also called the Long Snout Seahorse, the Hippocampus Reidi Seahorse is one of the most beautiful of all seahorse species, displaying almost unnatural shades of yellow, orange, and red.Tank Bred in Sri Lanka , their coloration may change in the aquarium and is highly dependent on the colors of its environment. They are a slender, narrow bodied slow growing sea horse that can reach in an aquarium lengths of 51/2 - 6 inches long and may live 5 to 7 years with proper care. Rated the most popular, exotic and colorful sea horse in the world by hobbyists everywhere, they are native to the waters of Brazil. They best when kept as either a mated pair, or with a small group of its own kind in a species-only aquarium of 20 gallons or larger. The taller the aquarium, the better, at least 12 inches high is best, as good circulation is most important. It will get along well with small, shy fish such as gobies, ocellaris and percula clowns, and firefish. But aggressive, territorial fish, or fast-moving fish do not make good companions. When ready to mate, the male Brazilian Reidi Seahorse will impress the female with its dramatic color changes, energetic pouch displays, and lots of graceful dancing. If receptive, the future mate will entwine tails, dance, and promenade with it, and then deposit as many as 600 eggs in the male pouch. About 14 days later, the male will give birth between 50-400 perfect miniature replicas of the pair. Minimum Tank Size: The Hippocampus Reidi prefers a tank of at least 20 gallons and good circulation is most important. Have gorgonians, other plants in the tank for the seahorses to hold on to. Diet: Seahorses do best when fed twice a day and do well on a diet of brine and mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, frozen Brine Shrimp plus, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Level of Care: All seahorses are high high maintenance and very delicate. approximate purchase size: 3-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee.  $89.99 each  Male/Femakle Pair $209.99

ANTHIAS Anthias live in large colonies around branching corals which they find shelter and a place to rest at night. They are active during the daylight and spend most of their time swimming above the coral reef, feeding on plankton. Their number of individuals within a specific school can be in the thousands. Schools are made up of smaller groups which are called harems with one male and approximately six to twenty females. Anthias species are all hermaphroditic. This means that if a dominant male dies, the largest female will often morph into a male and take its place in the hierarchy. These fish are completely reef safe and should not bother any corals, clams, or invertebrates. They are best kept singly unless you have a larger tank of 125 gallons or more. All Anthias except the Sunburst Anthias, should be kept as a trio 1 Male to 2 Females. In this arrangement, they will acclimate much easier, and act more like they would in the wild. Of course in larger tanks they can be kept in larger groups, at which point it could be best to keep at least 2 males in with 6 or more females.

Fathead / Sunburst Anthias (Serranocirrhitus latus) Description The Sunburst Anthias is one of the more demanding of the Anthias, and should be kept in as a solitary specimen, as it does not do well with others of it's own or with other Anthias. As with most Anthias kept in aquariums, the Sunburst Anthias will look their best when the tank has a lot of cliffs and overhangs, mimicking their natural environment. Diet: The Serranocirrhitus latus is a planktivore and likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: The Fathead/Sunburst Anthias prefers a tank of at least 75 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Level of Care: The Fathead/Sunburst Anthias is a high maintenance fish. Very delicate. Availability: Please call prior to ordering this animal as it is often not available. approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $59.99

Dispar Anthias (Pseudanthias Dispar) Description: The Dispar Anthias is commonly known as the Madder Seaperch. Males have a bright red dorsal fin and lack any red stripes on their tail. The female may display a yellowish-orange on the top and pale lavender to white on the underside. Diet: Dispar do best when fed twice a day and do well on a diet of planktivore and they like to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: 25 gallon tank will suffice for one fish, however, if keeping a group, a 125 gallon tank should be used since Anthias appreciate plenty of room to swim. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $25.99

Evansi Anthias (Pseudanthias evansi ) Description The Evansi Anthias is one of the more demanding of the Anthias, and should be kept in as a solitary specimen, as it does not do well with others of it's own or with other Anthias. As with most Anthias kept in aquariums, the Evansi Anthias will look their best when the tank has a lot of cliffs and overhangs, mimicking their natural environment. Diet: The Evansi Anthias is a planktivore and likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: The Evansi Anthias prefers a tank of at least 75 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Level of Care: The Evansi Anthias is a high maintenance fish. Very delicate. Availability: Please call prior to ordering this animal as it is often not available. approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $39.99

Square Pink Anthias (Pseudanthias Pleurotaenia) Description: The male Squarepink Anthias is one of the most recognizable members of this family to aquarists. The male is nearly fluorescent pink in color with a purple square spot on each side. The female is a bright orange-yellow color with a thin blue line running from its head to its pectoral fin. Although it often swims in open water, the Squarespot Anthias requires several caves or hiding places where it can rest and avoid intense reef lighting. Diet: This Anthias does best when fed twice a day and does well on a diet of planktivore and likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: 25 gallon tank will suffice for one fish, however, if keeping a group, a 125 gallon tank should be used since the Squareback Anthias appreciates plenty of room to swim. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. Squarepink Anthias, Female (Fiji)   $34.99 Squarepink Anthias, Male (Fiji)  $49.99

Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) Description:The Lyretail Anthias are one of the more popular home tank anthias. The males have orange to reddish hues, while the females tend to be more yellow/golden. Males are best kept alone with several females, or singly. The Anthias dwells in the middle of a tank but appreciates the availability to have several hiding places. Diet: This Anthias does best when fed twice a day and does well on a diet of planktivore and likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: 25 gallon tank will suffice for one fish, however, if keeping a group, a 125 gallon tank should be used since Anthias appreciate plenty of room to swim. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. Lyretail Anthias , Female (Maldives)   $29.99 Lyretail Anthias, Male (Maldives)  $34.99

Ventralis Anthias (Pseudanthias ventralis) Description The Ventralis Anthias is one of the more demanding of the Anthias, and should be kept in as a solitary specimen, as it does not do well with others of it's own or with other Anthias. As with most Anthias kept in aquariums, the Ventralis Anthias will look their best when the tank has a lot of cliffs and overhangs, mimicking their natural environment. Diet: The Pseudanthias ventralis is a planktivore and likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: The Ventralis Anthias prefers a tank of at least 75 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Level of Care: The Ventralis Anthias is a high maintenance fish. Very delicate. approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. Ventralis Anthias , Female (Maldives)   $59.99 Ventralis Anthias , Male (Maldives)  $79.99

Randalls Anthias (Pseudanthias randalli) Description The Randalls Anthias is one of the most beautiful in the anthias family. Male Randall's Anthias become striped in red and magenta while females will have a yellow nose. As with most Anthias kept in aquariums, the Randalls will look their best when the tank has a lot of cliffs and overhangs, mimicking their natural environment. Diet: Being a planktivore, it likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: Prefers a tank of at least 75 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $59.99

Bartletts Anthias (Psuedoanthias bartlettorum) Description The Bartlett's Anthias is also known as the Bartlets Fairy Bass. The males have a more intense coloration with a violet body and yellow running along the back through the upper caudal lobe. The females tend to be lavender in color with a yellow back and caudal fin. A beautiful fish for the fish only, invertebrate or reef aquarium. Diet: Being a planktivore, it likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: Prefers a tank of at least 50 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Level of Care: One of the Easiest of Anthias to keep approximate purchase size: 2-4" Marshall Islands $49.99

Threadfin or Carberryi Anthias (Nemanthias carberryi) Description The Carberryi Anthias is also known as the Threadfin Anthias and comes from the reefs of the Maldives and is a very striking fish. These Anthias are purple on the head and abdomen area and the back and tail are yellow. Diet: Being a planktivore, it likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: Prefers a tank of at least 50 gallons with plenty of places to hide & swim. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. Sri Lanka $44.99

Red Fairy Anthias (Pseudanthias kashiwae) Description The Tricolor Anthias is also referred to as the Cooper's Anthias, Red Fairy Basslet, Silver Streak, or Kashiwae Anthias. A well developed lateral red bar and a red caudal fin differentiate the male from a female which only has red tips on the caudal fin and a pinkish-orange body color. This is one of the few Anthias that can be kept with other varieties, e.g.; the Lyretail, Squarespot, and Purple Queen. Use caution when introducing the Tricolor to a tank. If there is aggressive or deadly behavior, the fish should be separated. Diet: Being a planktivore, it likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: It is best kept in a 25 gallon tank as a single specimen, or in a minimum of 70 gallon tank for a group. The Tricolor needs a large amount of room in which to swim. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. Maldives $34.99

Hutchi or Green Anthias (Pseudanthias hutchi ) Description The Red Cheek Anthias is also referred to as the Green or Sea Goldie Anthias. They normally inhabit shallow reef faces and drop offs.and originates within the reefs of the Solomon Islands. The males are yellowish green in color with an orange stripe located just behind the eye. Their fins are outlined in an electric blue color that gives the fish a very dramatic look. The females are not as brightly colored as the males and share the same orange stripe behind the eye. Diet: Being a planktivore, it likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: The Huchtii Anthias does best when kept in an aquarium of at least 50 gallons. Males are best kept alone with several females in an aquarium of at least 120 gallons, or singly. Level of Care: Moderate approximate purchase size: 2-4" PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. Hutchi Anthias, Female (Solomon)   $29.99 Hutchi Anthias, male (Solomon)  $39.99

Hawiian Fancy Bicolor Anthias (Pseudanthias bicolor) Description The Hawaiian Fancy Bicolor Anthias originates from the waters of Hawaii, where they form giant schools among the many reefs. The males have a more brilliant coloration with a violet body and yellow running along the back through the upper caudal lobe. The dorsal fin of the male is edged in purple, and the first ray is elongated. The females tend to be lavender in color with a yellow back and caudal fin. These are one of the hardier of the Anthias and make a wonderful addition to the saltwater reef or fish only aquarium. The Anthias dwell in the middle of the aquarium, but appreciates the availability of several hiding places. These fish should not be kept with aggressive fish that will cause them to become withdrawn from the rest of the community. Diet: Being a planktivore, it likes to eat mysid shrimp, amphipods and other macroscopic life. Offer frozen Mysis shrimp, Ocean Nutrition Prime Reef (Frozen), and other small meat based foods. Minimum Tank Size: The Hawaiian Fancy Bicolor Anthias does best when kept with its own species in an aquarium of at least 70 gallons, but is also a beautiful fish for the fish only, invertebrate or reef aquarium. Level of Care: One of the Easiest of Anthias to keep approximate purchase size: 2-4" Hawiian Islands $39.99

CARDINAL'S

Flame Cardinal Apogon maculatus Description: The Flame Cardinal, also known as the Flamefish, is fiery red with light accents of blue and green. Some nice caves and peaceful tank mates are a good environment for this slow and methodical swimmer. It is a nocturnal fish and may be watched using a red light. Recommended minimum tank size: 30 gallon or larger Food and diet:The Flame Cardinal requires a well-balanced and vitamin-enriched diet of meaty foods such as brine shrimp, frozen meaty fish foods, bloodworms, and depending on its size, live feeder fish. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef tank or community fish $14.99 ea

Bangai Cardinal ( Pterapogon Kauderni) Description: Although known to science since 1993, this spectacular Cardinalfish is only a recent addition to the aquarium trade. Does great in captivity. Quite peaceful with other fish Relatively easy to breed in the home aquarium, but be prepared to lose a good number of specimens while pairs are established. Keep only with small peaceful fishes. A great community fish. Recommended minimum tank size: 30 gallon or larger Food and diet:Meaty foods, including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp and frozen preparations. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef tank or community fish. $24.99 ea

Pajama Cardinal ( Sphaeramia nematoptera) Description: It eats nearly anything offered and tolerates less than optimal water conditions better than other cardinals. This is a great aquarium fish in a peaceful setting. These fish can be, and are best kept in small groups. Very easy to care for. Recommended minimum tank size: 30 gallon or larger Food and diet:Meaty foods, including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp and frozen preparations. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef tank or community fish. Small $10.99 Medium - $15.99

THIS WEEKS BLENNIES, GOBY'S, JAWFISH, & DOTTYBACKS

Sankeyi Dottyback (Pseudochromis Sankeyi) Description: The Sankeyi Dottyback also called the Striped Dottyback is found in the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. They live in small colonies in rock rubble at relatively shallow depths. This is by far the least territorial of the dottybacks due to its lifestyle of living in association with other members of the species. The Sankeyi's colors are a distinctive black and white striped pattern. This is an easy species to care for in the marine aquarium, as long as it's provided good rocky hiding places. More than one per tank is no problem since they exhibit colonial behavior and do not fight each other. In aquariums they are also suitable for community fish tanks. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

Sunrise Dottyback (Pseudochromis Flavivertex) Description: The Sunrise Dottyback is another brightly colored basslet found in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. They have a yellow stripe dorsally from the snout to the tail, and have a blue body with white ventral area. They are found living as solitary individuals around coral heads and rock rubble on the bottom. Generally, they are not too aggressive in aquariums and can be kept with gobies, blennies and other small reef tank fish. In aquariums they are relatively peaceful, and also suitable for community fish tanks. Plenty of rocky hiding places should be provided though. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

Splendid Dottyback (Pseudochromis splendens) Description: The Splendid Dottyback is a most beautiful rock basslet found in eastern Indonesia and the Northwest coast of Australia. Uncommonly imported into the U.S. ,they have commanded high demand from hobbyists. This is one of the largest dottyback species reaching a full-grown size of up to 6 inches. They live solitary on coral heads and sponges at depths of 60-120 feet. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect.  Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $39.99

Tankraised Orchid Dottyback ( Pseudomchromis Fridmani) Description: Held in high esteem by many reef-tank keepers for it's almost fluorescent violet coloration, lack of shyness, elegant swimming style, and a "minding my own business" attitude. The Orchid Dottyback, sometimes called King Solomon's fish, is found only in the Red Sea. It is found in colonies near vertical walls or ledges, where they dart out to grab a meal from the passing zooplankton, then rush back. In the sea they are found at moderate to deep depths, and look blue rather than the magenta or violet color most aquarists are used to. This is due to the filtering of red light by sea water. In aquariums, the Orchid dottyback is quite easy to keep and feed. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

#1 FISH FOR BRISTLE WORM CONTROL   Tank Raised Neon Dottyback (Pseudochromis aldabraensis) Description:The Neon Dottyback, also known as the Neon Pseudochromis, is exotically pigmented, with an eye catching neon blue, orange, and yellow. They are strikingly beautiful to look at and have a very curious personality. Tank Bred Dottybacks are very hardy and durable fish making them a perfect addition for the novice or seasoned aquarist. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $47.99

Barnacle Blennies Acanthemblemaria sp. Bright red eyes and a pinkish/red mouth. Description:One of the coolest blennies we have ever found, Barnacle Blennies are social, you can keep as many together as you would like. Also known as the Tube Blenny, it likes to live in small places like the inside of a hollow barnacle or other snail shell etc. It's color is a mottled black, white and red which covers the body and fins. The head of this fish is covered with hair-like appendages and has two very large red eyes. and a pinkish/red mouth. They are a very attentive fish constantly watching about the aquarium waiting for a meal to come their way. The Barnacle Blenny is a very entertaining fish, as they race as fast and furious as they can to snatch food from the water column. The Barnacle Blenny is always seen within it's residence in a small crevice in the rocks, in an old snail shell or as the name applies peering out of a barnacle. Recommended minimum tank size: 10 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4" to 1-3/4"   $24.99 each

Diadema Pseudochromis Description:Solid yellow, with a purple stripe down the middle of the head, that looks like a punk haircut! Also known by the common name Diadema Dottyback, a few different dottybacks in your tank will assure your tank of a long life without bristle worms. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $13.99

Bicolor Psudochromis Pseudochromis paccagnellae Description:Bicolor Pseudochromis, are found living within the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region. Also known by the common name Bicolor Dottyback, they are agile swimmers that bring a wealth of color to the aquarium. They are also revered for their ability to hunt and consume bristleworms. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $13.99

Magenta Pseudochromis Pseudochromis Porphyreus Description:What makes this particular species so appealing? Maybe it is its dazzling purple coloration, or perhaps it has something to do with its interestingly curious nature. Also known by the common name Magenta Dottyback, these fish are so bold, that they will often times dart out to challenge the feeding hand of its owner and remain close by It remains rather small as compared to other marine fish, reaching an average of only 3 inches in length. Recommended minimum tank size: 20 gallon or larger Food and diet:They are small plankton feeders so foods such as brine shrimp, krill and mysid shrimp are perfect. Feed Daily. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. 13.99

Orange Striped Goby Amblygobius decussatus Great for algae control Description: The orange striped goby is a beautiful fish that also serves you by eating algae off of the rocks, sandbed, etc.. The pearly white body with orange criss cross stripes make for one beautiful fish. Recommended Tank size: 30 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, prepared foods for herbivores, and algae growing in the tank. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $24.99

Blue Mandarin Goby (Dragonette Goby) Description:  Beautiful coloration, reminds me of the paisley patterns famous in the 60's. Excellent tank companions as well for sea horses and pipe fish. Good for keeping brown flatworms under control in reef aquariums. Recommended Tank size: 50 gallon Feeding and Diet: The diet should consist of a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, and prepared foods . Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $18.99 small $24.99 medium Mated Pairs $47.99

Green Target Mandarin Goby Description:  A very popular goby, It should be housed in an aquarium with live rock. It will rarely become aggressive towards other fish, but it is territorial. Excellent tank companions as well for sea horses and pipe fish. Good for keeping brown flatworms under control in reef aquariums. Recommended Tank size: 50 gallon Feeding and Diet: The diet should consist of a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, and prepared foods . Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $18.99 small $24.99 medium

Yashia Whiteray Shrimpgoby (Stonogobiops sp.) Description: One of the most spectacular members of the genus Stonogobiops is the Yashia whiteray shrimpgoby (Stonogobiops sp.). This beautiful fish has a long, white first dorsal spine. It also has bright or rusty orange longitudinal lines on the flanks that are broken into elongate spots on the head and opercula. This beautiful goby attains a maximum length of around 5 cm (2.0 in.). The whiteray shrimpgoby can be found on sand or mixed sand rubble slopes, where it is most often found at depths in excess of 30 m (98 ft.). It will hover in the water column near its hole, but will also spend a considerable amount of time resting on the bottom near the entrance of its burrow. The fact that it occurs at great depths makes this a tough aquarium fish to find. Recommended Tank size: 20 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, prepared foods for herbivores, and algae growing in the tank. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $59.99

Yellow Clown Goby (Yellow Coral Goby) Description: A great fish for either reef or community tanks. It's a native of the Indian Ocean. They are often found in and about both hard and soft corals. Bright yellow with a great personality, They sit perched on a rock the majority of the time. They get along well with each other and other tankmates. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, prepared foods for herbivores, and algae growing in the tank. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99

Green Clown Goby (Green Coral Goby) Description: A great fish for either reef or community tanks. It's a native of the Pacific Ocean. They are often found in and about both hard and soft corals. Lime green with a red scribble pattern. Good personality, They sit perched on a rock the majority of the time. They get along well with each other and other tankmates. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, prepared foods for herbivores, and algae growing in the tank. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99

Golden Watchman Goby Description: Bright gold with blue spots along the face and fins. A terrific tank mate for either a community or reef tank. This is one of the nicest gobies I have personally kept in my tank. It would hide in the rock, hovering a few inches over the hole it chose as its "home." He could reverse backwards into his hole any time he felt he was in danger, just as fast as he could swim forward. Recommended Tank size: 20 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, prepared foods for herbivores, and algae growing in the tank. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $24.99

Pacific Candy Basslet Liopropoma swalesi Rare and beautiful! Description: The Swales Swissguard Basslet, or Pacific Candy Basslet, is a beautiful addition to any saltwater aquarium. It has fantastic coloration, is exceptionally hardy and is very easy to care for. Its elongated body is covered with alternating horizontal stripes of purple and orange. The dorsal and caudal fins have large black spots rimmed in a pale blue or purple. Reef Compatability: An excellent reef-dwelling fish, the Swales Swissguard Basslet will not pick on corals or invertebrates, making them an ideal fish for the reef aquarium. Suggested Aquarium size: Provide at least a 30 gallon aquarium with plenty of live rock. Feeding: Swales Swissguard Basslet will thrive on a diet of meaty foods such as finely chopped fresh or frozen marine fish, squid, mysid shrimp, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, and frozen carnivore preparations. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $79.99

Canary Blenny Description: The Canary Blenny is aptly named, being a solid vibrant yellow. Males are generally larger than females and experience a succession of color changes when breeding. This blenny needs a minimum tank of 30 gallons with live rock for hunting and grazing in order to thrive. It is best to keep only one per tank unless a breeding pair is maintained. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine shrimp (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, prepared foods for herbivores, and algae growing in the tank. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $24.99

Black Cap Basslet Description:The Black Cap Basslet is a deep water species found throughout the Caribbean. Quite hardy, its brilliant purple body and jet-black cap make it a striking addition to any aquarium. A threat to only the smallest invertebrates such as Copepods, Isopods, or Amphipods. Provide at least a 30 gallon tank with rock caves to hide in. Black Cap Basslets can become territorial once established, so they should not be kept with other basslets. Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallon Feeding and diet: Black Cap Basslets will do well on a diet of meaty foods including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp, and quality frozen preparations.  Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $34.99

Bicolor Blenny Great algae Mower.... Terrific for algae control Description:  An attractive purple and gold blennie, interesting to observe and easy to keep in aquariums. Spends most of its time perching on or picking aat the substrate and is usually ignored by it's tank mates. You will get a kick out of the way they peak their head out of hiding places & show off their cute face with long eye lashes. Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon Feeding and diet: A hardy species, the diet should include frozen and dried foods. It will also feed on (and help control) algae growing in the aquarium. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $13.99 each

Engineer Goby Pholidichthys leucotaenia Description: Also called the Convict Goby, this fish is an absolute delight. It adapts well to captive conditions, and is VERY social. This is one fish that you may purchase three, five or as many as you would like. Most aquarists have only seen this fish when it’s small, when it greatly resembles the common eel catfish. Almost always in good health, and amongst the last to perish from disease, poor environment or catastrophe, Engineer's are never “late to the dinner table”… and can grow to more than eight inches in length… Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon Feeding and diet: A hardy species, the diet should include frozen and dried foods. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $13.99 each

Bullet Goby Pholidichthys leucotaenia Description: Without a doubt, Bullet gobies are one of your aquariums best workers. Experts agree, the Bullet Gobi is the best means against hair and blue-green algae. The type of algae that often covers your tanks substrate after phosphate or other poor water quality issues. A pair is good insurance to keep a 100 gallon tank completely free of algae on the substrate. Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon Feeding and diet: A hardy species, the diet should include frozen and dried foods. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $19.99

Purple Firefish Goby Nemateleotris decora Description: The Purple Firefish gets its name from its bright purple and red markings. Like other firefish species, it has an elongated dorsal fin that is used for signaling other firefishes and for locking itself into holes and crevasses. They grow to about 2 inches. Terrific in schools. Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon Feeding and diet: Along with algae and zooplankton growing in the tank, the diet of the Firefish Goby should consist of finely chopped small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine fish (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, and prepared foods. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $29.99

Orange Firefish Goby Nemateleotris magnifica Description: The Orange Firefish Goby is also known as the Magnificent Fire Dartfish. Its head is yellow, the anterior portion of the body is white, and the posterior portion a pinkish to orangish red. Firefish Gobies are usually found in groups hovering over the reef, harvesting planktonic food that drifts by in the current. Firefish Goby are a good-tempered fish with lots of personality, making them one of the more popular fish in the marine hobby. Because of their small size, they make a great addition to the smaller reef system as well. Recommended minimum tank size: They will try to jump out of the tank, especially if stressed, so the Firefish Goby should be housed in a 10 gallon or larger tank with a lid. Food and diet: Along with algae and zooplankton growing in the tank, the diet of the Firefish Goby should consist of finely chopped small crustaceans, vitamin-enriched brine fish (live or frozen), mysid shrimp, and prepared foods. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99

Red Lip Algae Blenny Great for Algae Control! Description:  Fun to watch perching on rocks with there odd natured stance and oversized red lips. A good fish for hair algae control. They make very good reef tank inhabitants. They like to burrow under rocks in the sand, but they spend the majority of their time in the middle of the tank cruising for food. Very hardy, very non-aggressive. They get along with with their own kind as well as other's in the tank. Algae blennies can get up to about 5" in length. Recommended Tank size: 20 gallon Feeding and Diet: does best in aquariums with natural algae to feed on. The diet can be supplemented with vegetable matter, Spirulina, and herbivore preparations. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99

Eyelash Lawnmower Blennies Salarias fasciatus Great for Algae Control! Description:  This is a great aquarium fish, Primarily utilized to help control filamentous algae, but an all around great aquarium fish to keep in your tank. Keep only one per tank, unless your aquarium is large enough to house a pair. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: Feeds on algae, provide a varied diet that includes frozen preparations for herbivores. Does best in a tank with microalgae. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99

Scissortail Goby Ptereleotris evides Description:  The Scissortail Goby, also known as the Scissortail Dartfish, has a white head and blue body with large dorsal and anal fins. Scissortail's make very good reef tank inhabitants. They like to burrow under rocks in the sand, but they spend the majority of their time in the middle of the tank cruising for food. Very hardy, very non-aggressive. They get along with with their own kind as well as other's in the tank. Scissortail Gobies can get up to about 5" in length. Recommended Tank size: 30 gallon Feeding and Diet: The Scissortail Goby diet should include preperations that include chopped or shaved seafood, brine shrimp, and/or mysid shrimp. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $15.99

Golden Midas Blenny Description: The seldom available Midas Blenny from Africa is nicer looking, brighter in color than its Pacific counterpart. This fish is usually orange or yellowish orange with a blue eye. This color form can become dusky overall when stressed. However, it can vary in color. The Midas blenny has a lyretail, which distinguishes it from most of its close relatives. Unlike most of its close relatives, it feeds more on zooplankton than algae, swimming in the water column when it feeds. Keep only one per tank, unless your aquarium is large. In nature, it often enters shoals of Orange Lyretail Antias as they feed in the water column. Tank Size: Minimum tank size of 30 gallons with live rock. Feeding: The Midas Blenny requires a meaty diet including mysid and vitamin-enriched brine shrimp, along with other frozen herbivor preperations. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $41.99

Royal Gramma Basslet Description:The Royal Gramma is found throughout the Caribbean. Quite hardy,a forward half of brilliant purple, rear half of bright yellow . One of the easiest, most colorful, and most popular basslets. It is an excellent choice for a reef aquarium, and since it remains small, is perfect for small reef systems. Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallon Feeding and diet: Royal Gramma's will do well on a diet of meaty foods including marine fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp, and quality frozen preparations.  Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99 Male/Female pairs - $39.99

Neon Gobies Description:  A glowing blue center stripe. An endearing cleaner species that will service tank mates and help control disease. Eating Spectrum and Frozen foods. Terrific in groups... They get along with with their own kind as well as other's in the tank. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: The diet should include preperations that include chopped or shaved seafood, brine shrimp, and/or mysid shrimp. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $14.99

Rainford's Goby Great Fish For Hair Algae Control!!!! Description: Alternating orange and green stripes running down the body,make the Rainfords Goby unmistakable. This is a very peaceful fish, Rainford's goby can be very secretive, especially when first added to the tank and will remain hidden if picked on. Excellent fish for ridding a tank of filamentous green algae, which it will graze upon. Recommended Tank size: Minimum 20 gallon . Food and diet: Feeds on small bottom-dwelling invertebrates and algae, provide a varied diet that includes frozen preparations for herbivores. Does best if filamentous algae present in the tank. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Reef Aquarium Compatibility Generally safe, but may nip at corals, clams, etc. Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 11/2" $22.99

Tiger Watchman Goby Valencienna wardii Great for keeping your sand bed clean! Description:  The Tiger Watchman Goby is also known as the Ward's Sleeper, or Tiger Sleeper Goby . It should be housed in an aquarium with live sand as the substrate. It will rarely become aggressive towards other fish, but it is territorial. Usually the Tiger Watchman Goby will feed off the bottom sifting through the sand. Very hardy. Recommended Tank size: 50 gallon Feeding and Diet: The diet should consist of a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, and prepared foods . Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $31.99

Yellow Head Jawfish Description: The Yellowhead Jawfish, Yellow Head Jawfish or Yellow-headed Pearly Jawfish, has a yellow head and a light blue-green body. It inhabits the sandy, rubble-strewn areas on the reefs of the tropical Western Atlantic, and is found in close proximity to its burrow or cave. The Pearly Jawfish can attain a length of up to 4 inches in an aquarium. Moderately hardy, it tends to be shy and is best kept with other docile fish. It will not bother other tank inhabitants. As long as the tank is large enough, several can be kept in the same tank. Multiple specimens provide very interesting behavior as they "dance" up and down in the burrow. Tank Size: Minimum tank size of 20 gallons Feeding: The Pearly Jawfish is typically a shy feeder, eating very small live foods that wander near its burrow in the wild. In the tank, it can be enticed with small pieces of mussel, daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms, or other meaty foods. Eventually, prepared foods can be offered. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $24.99

Tank Raised Gold Stripe Neon Goby Elacatinus sp. Perfect in Mini Reefs , Terrific in groups. Description:  The Gold Stripe Neon Goby, is also called the Yellow Stripe Cleaning Goby. It should be housed in a 10 gallon or larger aquarium. Rarely will it become aggressive towards other fish. It is a hardy cleaner species that will service tank mates, cleaning them of parasites, which may help control some diseases, such It is common for the Gold Stripe Neon Goby to spawn in an aquarium, laying its eggs in a crevice or empty shell. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, frozen mysid shrimp, table shrimp, and frozen food preparations for carnivores. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $23.99

Diamond Watchman Goby Terrific Sand Sifter! One really good sand cleaner!! Description:  Fairly disease resistant, this is one of the most popular of the sand sifter gobies. The beautiful orange diamond patterned markings make it a beauty for any reef aquarium. Readily acclimates to the home aquarium. Recommended Tank size: 20 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, frozen mysid shrimp, table shrimp, and frozen food preparations for carnivores. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $29.99

Tank Raised Red Head Goby Perfect in Mini Reefs , Terrific in groups. Description:  Extremely curious goby for reef or fish tank.Very hardy, bright red head makes them easy to spot.It should be housed in a 10 gallon or larger aquarium. Rarely will it become aggressive towards other fish. It is a hardy cleaner species that will service tank mates, cleaning them of parasites, which may help control some diseases, such It is common for the Gold Stripe Neon Goby to spawn in an aquarium, laying its eggs in a crevice or empty shell. Recommended Tank size: 10 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, frozen mysid shrimp, table shrimp, and frozen food preparations for carnivores. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $19.99

Simply awesome colors!!! Blue Dot Jawfish THIS IS ONE FISH YOU WON'T SEE IN AN AQUARIUM SHOP!!! Description:  Imported from the Sea of Cortez, we consider this to be the most beautiful and desirable of the jawfish. The neon blue dots glow under the aquarium lights! This fish digs out a cave which he will guard zipping out only to grab bits of meaty food. Recommended Tank size: 30 gallon Feeding and Diet: The diet should consist of a variety of marine fish, crustaceans, and mysid shrimp. Level of Care: Moderate Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. PLEASE NOTE: **Advanced Aquarist Species, This item is not covered by our 30 day guarantee. $149.99

Pink & Blue Striped Zebra Goby Description:  A very peaceful community fish, the Zebra Goby should be housed with fish with similar dispositions. They set up a burrow or cave in the liverock and/or sandbed and venture out for food but quickly dart backinto their lair when startled. They are best kept in pairs or small groups. Safe in all tanks, very easy to care for. Recommended Tank size: 20 gallon Feeding and Diet: It feeds on a variety of live and frozen brine shrimp, frozen mysid shrimp, table shrimp, and frozen food preparations for carnivores. Level of Care: Easy Reef Compatibility:Very good reef or community fish. $17.99

Pink and Blue Spotted Watchman Goby