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Dampiera GrouperSpottysail Dottyback - Fire-tail Devil
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We have cared for this fish and are impressed by the hardiness and beauty of the Dampiera Grouper or Spottysail Dottyback!The Dampiera Grouper or Spottysail Dottyback is rather shy and likes to hide among the rockwork. They normally only come out to feed. For more Information on keeping this fish see:
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| Geographic Distribution Labracinus cyclophthalmus |
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| Data provided by FishBase.org |
Maintenance:
Feed all kinds of live and frozen protein foods. Try squid,
clams, shrimp, chopped fish. Live foods like guppies and goldfish are
also appreciated and can be fed occasionally.
Habitat: Natural geographic location:
Found in the Indo-Pacific.
Foods:
Like most groupers it is a meat eater that preys on small
fish.
Social Behaviors:
This fish is a solitary predator that hangs out among the
rocks waiting for prey.
Sex: Sexual differences:
Unknown.
Light: Recommended light levels:
No special requirements.
Breeding/Reproduction:
Unknown.
Temperature:
No special requirements.
Length/Diameter of fish:
Dampiera Grouper or Spottysail Dottyback grow to length of
18 cm (7 inches).
Minimum Tank Length/Size:
A minimum 50 gallon aquarium is recommended.
Water Movement: Weak, Moderate, Strong
No special requirements.
Water Region: Top, Middle, Bottom
No special requirements. Provide rockwork large enough for
the fish to hide.
Availability:
This fish is readily available.
Author: David Brough. CFS.