The Goldbelly Cardinalfish has proportionally large eyes and have two dorsal fins. The dorsal and caudal fins are translucent with a mauve tint. Their back and caudal area is a light mauve colour and the belly is a golden colour. Two light blue stripes run across the eye and the lines fade into darker blue dots
A 320L or larger aquarium with a cave and peaceful tank mates is suitable for this slow and methodical swimmer. It tends to hide in sea grass or other plants, or may use long spined urchins for camouflage. If a larger aquarium is available, a small group of this species may be kept. As a group, they will establish a strict hierarchy without aggressiveness.
The Goldbelly Cardinalfish requires a well balanced diet of meaty foods such as frozen mysis and brine shrimp, chopped fish, and depending on its size, live feeder fish.
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Compatible: Yes
Water Conditions: sg 1.020-1.025, 23-26° C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Max. Size: 6"
Family: Apogonidae
Minimum Tank Size: 320L
