Strawberry Purple Pseudochromis

Latin Name

Pseudochromis porphyreus

Common Name

Also known as

Purple Pseudochromis/Dottyback, Magenta Dottyback, Magenta Pseudochromis, Strawberry Pseudochromis

Fast Facts

The popular Purple Pseudochromis (also known as the Purple Dottyback) is briht solid purple. Pseudochromis (also known as Dottybacks) are among the hardiest fish available and are very easy to maintain. This little beauty can be aggressive toward other fish small mild mannered species, especially in the restricted confines of a smaller tank. Provide with plenty of suitable hiding places. Will eat very small shrimps (e.g., anemone shrimps) Provide a varied diet including meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafoods and frozen preparations.

Sizes

Around 3/4"-2"

Range in Nature

Western and South Pacific

Minimum Aquarium Size

Diet and Feeding

Provide a varied diet including meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafoods and frozen preparations.

Ease of Care(5=easy, 1=difficult)

Reef Aquarium Compatibility

Great for the reef tank

Availability

Frequently Available

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Strawberry Purple Pseudochromis

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Availability is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice. Note: Because these are living animals, and not made in a factory, actual specimens will vary and will not look identical to the image provided. Sizes stated are approximate.