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Pajama Cardinalfish

The Pajama Cardinalfish is also called the Polka-dot Cardinalfish or Spotted Cardinalfish. It is found in the Western Pacific, Indonesia and the Great Barrier Reef. This is a good beginner fish for someone just starting out with saltwater fish. It is inexpensive, easy to transport and adjusts easily to a new aquarium.

Males reach up to 4 in. while the females are slightly smaller. Damsels, Dwarf Angelfish or aggressive fish can prove problematic with this shy, unassertive fish. Tank size is a minimum of 45 gal. It is a slow and methodical swimmer and likes to hide in sea grass or other plants. Feed a well-balanced diet of meaty foods.

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