Blackstripe cardinalfish - Apogon nigrofasciatus

Species Name: Apogon nigrofasciatus

Synonym: Apogon aroubiensis, Apogon nigrofasciatus

Common Names: Blackstripe cardinalfish

Family: Apogonidae (Cardinalfishes)

Order: Perciformes (Perch-likes)

Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned Fishes)

Max. Size: 10.0 cm / 3.9 inches

Environment: Marine reef

Origin: Western and Eastern Indian Ocean, Northwest, Western Central and, Eastern Central Pacific

Temperament: Harmless

Company: Apogon nigrofasciatus (Blackstripe cardinalfish) is suitable for a reef setup.

Aquarium Setup: Apogon nigrofasciatus (Blackstripe cardinalfish) must be given a dark place in the aquarium to seek shelter in during the day. They are nocturnal by nature. Blackstripe cardinalfish desire lower temperatures, but 72-78 degrees F. is fine. They will tolerate small amounts of nitrate, but it is best for this fish if you manage to keep the nitrate, nitrite and ammonia levels as close to zero as possible.

Food: Apogon nigrofasciatus (Blackstripe cardinalfish) live on small benthic invertebrates. In the wild, they only search for food during the night. You can give your Blackstripe cardinalfish small fishes, shrimps and fresh and frozen meaty foods. You can also train your Apogon nigrofasciatus (Blackstripe cardinalfish) to eat frozen processed foods. Do not give your Blackstripe cardinalfish flakes, pellets or other dry prepared foods.

Breeding: We do not have any information about Apogon nigrofasciatus (Blackstripe cardinalfish) breeding in aquariums.