Dusky Tailed Cardinalfish
(Archamia macroptera)
Archamia Cardinalfish should be added to well established aquariums with plenty of room to swim. Plenty of rock work with caves and ledges should be provided for grazing and hiding. Most Archamia Cardinalfish are peaceful schooling fish but carefully research each species before adding to your aquarium. A diverse diet of enriched meaty and algae based foods should be provided for continued good health. Most Archamia Cardinalfish are active at night and rest during the day. Some Cardinalfish are mouth brooders research each species to ensure the appropriate care is given. They are slow methodical swimmers house with other peaceful tank mates.
The Dusky Tailed Cardinalfish is rarely seen in the aquarium trade. Dusky Tailed Cardinalfish have an alluring shiny metallic gray color along with a black spot on its caudal peduncle. Dusky Tailed Cardinalfish can grow to almost 4".
We recommend a minimum aquarium size of 30 gallons or larger for this species.
Water conditions: Salinity 1.020 - 1.025, Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Alkalinity 8 - 12 dKH
- Care: Easy
- Behavior: Social
- Diet: Flake Food Frozen Food Live Food
- Habitat: Reef
- Light: Low