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Manonichthys alleni

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Common name: Perch Fish. This fish has a very shiny cream elongated body with a black stripe. These fish are hermaphrodites and the male is larger than the female. To keep this fish, you need an aquarium with numerous hiding spots. Do not place it with fish that are smaller than it.

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Delivery price Europe
Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
Minimum order amount for live products
50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
Temperament
Aggressive
Food
Omnivore
Reef compatibility
Not compatible
Recommended number
Alone
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Maximum size
17 cm
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Reproduction
Impossible
Package information for the winter period
A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.

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Manonichthys alleni: The Dottyback Fish for Marine Aquariums

The Manonichthys alleni, also known as the dottyback fish, is a small marine fish with territorial behavior, native to the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific region. Its bright appearance and strong personality make it a favorite among experienced aquarists.

The Manonichthys alleni has a shiny cream elongated body with a distinctive black stripe. This hermaphroditic fish sees the male become larger than the female at maturity. Its adult size is about 10 to 12 cm.

A Territorial and Assertive Behavior

The Manonichthys alleni dottyback fish is known for its territorial temperament. It is best not to keep it with fish smaller than itself to avoid any dominant behavior.

This fish particularly appreciates an environment rich in hiding places where it can feel secure, as it likes to take shelter in rocky crevices or among corals.

An Aquarium with Numerous Hiding Places Starting at 200 Liters

To properly maintain the Manonichthys alleni, it is recommended to have an aquarium of at least 200 liters. Its ideal environment should include:

  • Numerous live rocks creating hiding places,
  • A large swimming space clear at the front of the setup,
  • Moderate water flow maintaining good water quality.

An Adapted Omnivorous Diet

The Manonichthys alleni is omnivorous and enjoys a varied diet including:

  • Artemia, mysis live or thawed,
  • Chopped krill, mussel meat or shrimp,
  • High-quality marine pellets suitable for omnivorous fish.

Regular and balanced feeding helps maintain the brightness of its body and its natural activity.

An Elegant Fish for Experienced Aquarists

The Manonichthys alleni dottyback fish is an ideal choice for aquarists looking to add a robust, bright, and strong-personality specimen to their marine aquarium.

With adequate volume, numerous hiding places, and a balanced diet, the Manonichthys alleni becomes a captivating and enduring resident starting at 200 liters.

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