Tank
Raised
Black "Great
Seahorse"
Hippocampus Kellogi

Black
Hippocampus Kellogi
Description: Kelloggi a.k.a. "Great
Seahorse," which is the most common tank raised seahorse.
These tank raised specimens are approximately 6 months old. Also
called the great seahorse, Kellogg's seahorse, or offshore seahorse
(Hippocampus kelloggi) is a species of fish in the Syngnathidae
family. It is found in Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan,
Pakistan, the Philippines, Taiwan, Tanzania, and Vietnam. Its
natural habitat is shallow seas.
Minimum Tank
Size: It does best when kept
as either a mated pair, or with a small group of its own kind
in a species-only aquarium of 50 gallons or larger. 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 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. Special Note - For this
special we are not able to pick male or female at this time.
Diet: Do Not house with fast, aggressive fish,
as they will out-compete the Seahorse for food. When first introduced
into the aquarium, live saltwater feeder shrimp should be used
to entice this fish to eat. These Tank-Bred Seahorses are accustomed
to frozen mysis shrimp, making them a smart alternative to their
wild-caught counterparts. They will also feed upon amphipods,
and other small crustaceans found in live rock. They will also
accept vitamin-enriched adult brine shrimp, but should not make
up a majority of their diet.
Level of
Care: Moderate
Approximate
Purchase Size: 2"
to 3" |
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Tank Raised
Yellow Hippocampus
Reidi

Yellow
Hippocuampus Reidi
Description: The Yellow Seahorse,
Hippocampus reidi., is a large colorful fish that many hobbyists
consider the most attractive of all the seahorses. They inhabit
a wide range of habitats in the Eastern Pacific Ocean on the
West coast of the United States. The coloration of these Tank-Bred
seahorses are bright Yellow. Their coloration may change in the
aquarium, and is highly dependent on the colors of its environment.
Seahorses spend most of their time clinging to seagrass with
their prehensile tail rather than swimming. Its many unusual
features and habits make it perhaps the most spectacular fish
that may be kept in the home aquarium.
Minimum Tank
Size: It does best when kept
as either a mated pair, or with a small group of its own kind
in a species-only aquarium. The taller the aquarium, the better,
at least 16 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.
Diet: Do Not house with fast, aggressive fish,
as they will out-compete the Seahorse for food. These Tank-Bred
Seahorses are accustomed to frozen mysis shrimp, making them
a smart alternative to their wild-caught counterparts. They will
also feed upon amphipods, and other small crustaceans found in
live rock. They will also accept vitamin-enriched adult brine
shrimp, but should not make up a majority of their diet. They
are slow, deliberate feeders and prefer two or more small feedings
per day.
Level of
Care: Moderate
Approximate
Purchase Size: 2"
to 3" |
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Golden Semilarvatus Butterflyfish
One of
only a few Butterfly Fish For a Reef Tank !
Description: This stunning Red Sea
endemic is among the sturdier butterflies in captivity. Collection
and handling of these Red Sea fishes is exemplary and this shows
in their consistently predictable adaptability. Like all butterflies,
it requires outstanding water quality and must perceive no threat
from tankmates, particularly when first introduced into the aquarium.
Once acclimated it can gradually become bold and active and can
thrive in captivity. A good community fish, it usually ignores
unrelated species. Can be kept singly or in small groups. Small
specimens are rarely collected, most specimens are collected
in the medium and large size. Also known as "Semilarvatus"
"Semilavartus" or "Addis" Butterflyfish.
Recommended
tank size:A minimum of a
90 gallon tank is necessary. Provide plenty of hiding places
such as caves and live rock for grazing.
Reef Compatibility: Generally reef safe! Safer than copperbands, etc.
Food and
diet: Carnivorous, feed marine
fish, crustacean flesh, mysid shrimp and frozen preparations.
Feed several times daily.
Level of
Care: Moderate
Approximate
Purchase Size: Medium:
3" to 4" |
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